# Where to watch A Great American Tragedy (1972) in the UK

> A Great American Tragedy (1972) is currently available to stream in the UK on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. It can also be rented from Amazon Video or bought from Amazon Video. Last verified on 15 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1972  
**Runtime:** 75 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 7.5/10  
**Genres:** Drama  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 15 May 2026 (2026-05-15T17:43:36.222Z)  

## Synopsis

A middle-aged aerospace engineer has his whole life changed when he is suddenly laid off from his job. Unable to find work because of his age and a bad economy, he watches his bills pile up, his wife forced to go back to work and his marriage start to break up.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [Amazon Prime Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=A%20Great%20American%20Tragedy&i=instant-video)
- [Amazon Prime Video with Ads](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=A%20Great%20American%20Tragedy&i=instant-video)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=A%20Great%20American%20Tragedy&i=instant-video)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=A%20Great%20American%20Tragedy&i=instant-video)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream A Great American Tragedy in the UK?**

A Great American Tragedy (1972) 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 A Great American Tragedy?**

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 Amazon Video so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of A Great American Tragedy?**

Yes. A Great American Tragedy can be bought as a digital download from Amazon Video in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.

**Is A Great American Tragedy on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

A Great American Tragedy is currently included with: Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads.

**How accurate is this film's availability data?**

Availability is sourced from The Movie Database (TMDB), which in turn pulls from JustWatch. Listings are refreshed daily. For purchase decisions, the provider's own site is the source of truth.

## Sources

- Streaming availability: The Movie Database (TMDB), refreshed daily.
- Underlying licensing data: JustWatch.
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