# Where to watch Lion of the Desert (1981) in the UK

> Lion of the Desert (1981) is currently available to stream in the UK on Amazon Prime Video, Shahid VIP, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. It can also be rented from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube or bought from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Last verified on 16 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1981  
**Runtime:** 173 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 7.4/10  
**Genres:** History, War, Drama  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 16 May 2026 (2026-05-16T11:21:46.858Z)  

## Synopsis

Resistance leader Omar Mukhtar opposes Italian colonization before World War II. The brutal guerrilla war against Italian General Rodolfo Graziani and the Fascist forces of Benito Mussolini highlights the struggle for Libyan independence and the harsh tactics utilised by the colonisers.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [Amazon Prime Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Lion%20of%20the%20Desert&i=instant-video)
- [Shahid VIP](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/26843-lion-of-the-desert/watch?locale=GB)
- [Amazon Prime Video with Ads](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Lion%20of%20the%20Desert&i=instant-video)

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Plex](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/26843-lion-of-the-desert/watch?locale=GB)
- [Tubi TV](https://tubitv.com/search/Lion%20of%20the%20Desert)
- [Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Lion%20of%20the%20Desert&i=instant-video)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Lion%20of%20the%20Desert&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=Lion%20of%20the%20Desert&c=movies)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Lion%20of%20the%20Desert+film)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Lion%20of%20the%20Desert&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=Lion%20of%20the%20Desert&c=movies)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Lion%20of%20the%20Desert+film)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream Lion of the Desert in the UK?**

Lion of the Desert (1981) is currently included in subscriptions to Amazon Prime Video, Shahid VIP, 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 Lion of the Desert?**

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, Google Play Movies, and YouTube so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of Lion of the Desert?**

Yes. Lion of the Desert can be bought as a digital download from 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 Lion of the Desert on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Lion of the Desert is currently included with: Amazon Prime Video, Shahid VIP, 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.
- Canonical URL: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/26843/lion-of-the-desert-1981
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/xm7CKN5mo09RNAcL1IP1xmJ5avT.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/26843/lion-of-the-desert-1981.json

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