# Where to watch The Skin of Sorrow (2010) in the UK

> The Skin of Sorrow (2010) 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 17 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2010  
**Runtime:** 97 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.3/10  
**Genres:** Drama, TV Movie  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 17 May 2026 (2026-05-17T12:47:13.185Z)  

## Synopsis

It's 1832,  22-year-old Raphaël's gambling has driven him to the brink of suicide. As he is about to throw himself in the Seine, a shopkeeper offers him something: a mysterious "skin of sorrow", which will grant all his wishes, but in doing so will shrink his remaining time on earth.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [Amazon Prime Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Skin%20of%20Sorrow&i=instant-video)
- [Amazon Prime Video with Ads](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Skin%20of%20Sorrow&i=instant-video)

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Plex](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/273279-la-peau-de-chagrin/watch?locale=GB)
- [Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Skin%20of%20Sorrow&i=instant-video)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Skin%20of%20Sorrow&i=instant-video)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Skin%20of%20Sorrow&i=instant-video)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream The Skin of Sorrow in the UK?**

The Skin of Sorrow (2010) 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 The Skin of Sorrow?**

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 The Skin of Sorrow?**

Yes. The Skin of Sorrow 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 The Skin of Sorrow on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

The Skin of Sorrow 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.
- Canonical URL: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/273279/the-skin-of-sorrow-2010
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/hExfXPzp6A52eLFG8LoD9n56fJd.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/273279/the-skin-of-sorrow-2010.json

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