Where to watch A Shock to the System (1990) in the UK
A Shock to the System (1990) is currently available to stream in the UK on Shout! Factory Amazon Channel. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube or bought from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Last verified on 10 August 2026 by ScreenSearch.
Climbing the corporate ladder can be murder.
When experienced advertising executive Graham Marshall loses out on a promotion to a young man, he goes down in a path of vengeance.
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A Shock To The System (1990) - Official Trailer
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Is A Shock to the System on Netflix, Disney+ or Prime Video?
Quick answers for the UK's biggest streaming services, checked against today's data.
Netflix
No — A Shock to the System (1990) is not currently on Netflix in the UK. It is streaming on Shout! Factory Amazon Channel and Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads instead.
Amazon Prime Video
Yes — A Shock to the System (1990) is currently available to watch on Amazon Prime Video in the UK on a free or ad-supported tier. Availability is refreshed daily by ScreenSearch.
Disney+
No — A Shock to the System (1990) is not currently on Disney+ in the UK. It is streaming on Shout! Factory Amazon Channel and Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads instead.
Cast & crew
Top-billed cast in A Shock to the System.
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Michael CaineGraham Marshall -
Elizabeth McGovernStella Anderson -
Peter RiegertRobert Benham -
Swoosie KurtzLeslie Marshall -
Will PattonLieutenant Laker -
Jenny WrightMelanie O'Conner -
John McMartinGeorge Brewster -
Barbara BaxleyLillian
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A Shock to the System — frequently asked questions
Where can I stream A Shock to the System in the UK?
A Shock to the System (1990) is currently included in subscriptions to Shout! Factory Amazon Channel 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 A Shock to the System?
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, Google Play Movies, and YouTube so you can check the current price.
Can I buy a digital copy of A Shock to the System?
Yes. A Shock to the System can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.
Is A Shock to the System on Netflix in the UK?
No — A Shock to the System (1990) is not currently on Netflix in the UK. It is streaming on Shout! Factory Amazon Channel and Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads instead.
Is A Shock to the System on Amazon Prime Video in the UK?
Yes — A Shock to the System (1990) is currently available to watch on Amazon Prime Video in the UK on a free or ad-supported tier. Availability is refreshed daily by ScreenSearch.
Is A Shock to the System on Disney+ in the UK?
No — A Shock to the System (1990) is not currently on Disney+ in the UK. It is streaming on Shout! Factory Amazon Channel and Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads instead.
How accurate is this film's availability data?
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