Where to watch The Handmaid's Tale (1990) in the UK
The Handmaid's Tale (1990) is currently available to stream in the UK on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store or bought from Apple TV Store. Last verified on 23 July 2026 by ScreenSearch.
A haunting tale of sexuality in a country gone wrong.
In a dystopian, polluted right-wing religious tyranny, a young woman is put in sexual slavery on account of her now rare fertility.
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The Handmaid's Tale (1990) - Official Trailer
Streaming options in the United Kingdom
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Is The Handmaid's Tale on Netflix, Disney+ or Prime Video?
Quick answers for the UK's biggest streaming services, checked against today's data.
Netflix
No — The Handmaid's Tale (1990) is not currently on Netflix in the UK. It is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, and Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads instead.
Amazon Prime Video
Yes — The Handmaid's Tale (1990) is currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video in the UK, included with a subscription. Availability is refreshed daily by ScreenSearch.
Disney+
No — The Handmaid's Tale (1990) is not currently on Disney+ in the UK. It is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, and Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads instead.
Cast & crew
Top-billed cast in The Handmaid's Tale.
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Natasha RichardsonKate -
Faye DunawaySerena Joy -
Aidan QuinnNick -
Elizabeth McGovernMoira -
Victoria TennantAunt Lydia -
Robert DuvallCommander -
Blanche BakerOfglen -
Traci LindOfwarren / Janine
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The Handmaid's Tale — frequently asked questions
Where can I stream The Handmaid's Tale in the UK?
The Handmaid's Tale (1990) is currently included in subscriptions to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United Kingdom. Sign-in is required to play. Streaming licences change occasionally — ScreenSearch refreshes its data daily.
How much does it cost to rent The Handmaid's Tale?
Rental prices vary by service and tier (HD vs 4K), typically £3.49 to £5.99 in the UK for a 48-hour rental. ScreenSearch links you straight to Apple TV Store so you can check the current price.
Can I buy a digital copy of The Handmaid's Tale?
Yes. The Handmaid's Tale can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.
Is The Handmaid's Tale on Netflix in the UK?
No — The Handmaid's Tale (1990) is not currently on Netflix in the UK. It is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, and Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads instead.
Is The Handmaid's Tale on Amazon Prime Video in the UK?
Yes — The Handmaid's Tale (1990) is currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video in the UK, included with a subscription. Availability is refreshed daily by ScreenSearch.
Is The Handmaid's Tale on Disney+ in the UK?
No — The Handmaid's Tale (1990) is not currently on Disney+ in the UK. It is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, and Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads instead.
How accurate is this film's availability data?
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