# Where to watch Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them (2016) in the UK

> Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them (2016) is currently available to stream in the UK on HBO Max Amazon Channel. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube or bought from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube. Last verified on 16 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2016  
**Runtime:** 133 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 7.3/10  
**Genres:** Fantasy, Adventure  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 16 May 2026 (2026-05-16T02:46:24.803Z)  

## Synopsis

In 1926, Newt Scamander arrives at the Magical Congress of the United States of America with a magically expanded briefcase, which houses a number of dangerous creatures and their habitats. When the creatures escape from the briefcase, it sends the American wizarding authorities after Newt, and threatens to strain even further the state of magical and non-magical relations.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [HBO Max Amazon Channel](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Fantastic%20Beasts%20and%20Where%20to%20Find%20Them&i=instant-video)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Fantastic%20Beasts%20and%20Where%20to%20Find%20Them)
- [Rakuten TV](https://rakuten.tv/uk/search?q=Fantastic%20Beasts%20and%20Where%20to%20Find%20Them)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Fantastic%20Beasts%20and%20Where%20to%20Find%20Them&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=Fantastic%20Beasts%20and%20Where%20to%20Find%20Them&c=movies)
- [Sky Store](https://www.sky.com/search?q=Fantastic%20Beasts%20and%20Where%20to%20Find%20Them)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Fantastic%20Beasts%20and%20Where%20to%20Find%20Them+film)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Fantastic%20Beasts%20and%20Where%20to%20Find%20Them)
- [Rakuten TV](https://rakuten.tv/uk/search?q=Fantastic%20Beasts%20and%20Where%20to%20Find%20Them)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Fantastic%20Beasts%20and%20Where%20to%20Find%20Them&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=Fantastic%20Beasts%20and%20Where%20to%20Find%20Them&c=movies)
- [Sky Store](https://www.sky.com/search?q=Fantastic%20Beasts%20and%20Where%20to%20Find%20Them)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Fantastic%20Beasts%20and%20Where%20to%20Find%20Them+film)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them in the UK?**

Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them (2016) is currently included in subscriptions to HBO Max 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 Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them?**

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, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them?**

Yes. Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky 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 Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them is currently included with: HBO Max Amazon Channel.

**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/259316/fantastic-beasts-and-where-to-find-them-2016
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/fLsaFKExQt05yqjoAvKsmOMYvJR.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/259316/fantastic-beasts-and-where-to-find-them-2016.json

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