# Where to watch Tintin and the Lake of Sharks (1972) in the UK

> Tintin and the Lake of Sharks (1972) is not currently on UK subscription streaming. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store and YouTube or bought from Apple TV Store and YouTube. Last verified on 18 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1972  
**Runtime:** 81 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.2/10  
**Genres:** Adventure, Mystery, Family, Animation  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 18 May 2026 (2026-05-18T12:12:16.826Z)  

## Synopsis

Tintin is sent to guard Professor Calculus, who has invented a machine that can duplicate anything, and is staying in a village near the border of Syldavia and Bodouria. Rastapopoulous, an infamous and ruthless international criminal, tries to lure Calculus and Tintin away by kidnapping two children, who live nearby, in order to get his clutches on the machine.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Tintin%20and%20the%20Lake%20of%20Sharks)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Tintin%20and%20the%20Lake%20of%20Sharks+film)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Tintin%20and%20the%20Lake%20of%20Sharks)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Tintin%20and%20the%20Lake%20of%20Sharks+film)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Tintin and the Lake of Sharks in the UK?**

Tintin and the Lake of Sharks (1972) is not currently included in any UK subscription service. It is available to rent on Apple TV Store and YouTube and buy on Apple TV Store and YouTube in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent Tintin and the Lake of Sharks?**

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 and YouTube so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of Tintin and the Lake of Sharks?**

Yes. Tintin and the Lake of Sharks can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store 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 Tintin and the Lake of Sharks on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Tintin and the Lake of Sharks is not currently included with any major UK subscription service. It may still be available to rent or buy.

**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.
- Canonical URL: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/241004/tintin-and-the-lake-of-sharks-1972
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/8oV32sipspRjgTvSwfmdn24dNzr.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/241004/tintin-and-the-lake-of-sharks-1972.json

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