# Where to watch A Christmas Carol (2004) in the UK

> A Christmas Carol (2004) is currently available to stream in the UK on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video or bought from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, and Google Play Movies. Last verified on 12 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2004  
**Runtime:** 87 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.4/10  
**Genres:** Drama, Fantasy, TV Movie  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 12 May 2026 (2026-05-12T12:50:10.556Z)  

## Synopsis

Miser Ebenezer Scrooge is awakened on Christmas Eve by spirits who reveal to him his own miserable existence, what opportunities he wasted in his youth, his current cruelties, and the dire fate that awaits him if he does not change his ways. Scrooge is faced with his own story of growing bitterness and meanness, and must decide what his own future will hold: death or redemption.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

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

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Plex](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/28769-a-christmas-carol/watch?locale=GB)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=A%20Christmas%20Carol)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=A%20Christmas%20Carol&i=instant-video)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=A%20Christmas%20Carol)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=A%20Christmas%20Carol&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=A%20Christmas%20Carol&c=movies)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream A Christmas Carol in the UK?**

A Christmas Carol (2004) 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 Christmas Carol?**

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 Amazon Video so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of A Christmas Carol?**

Yes. A Christmas Carol can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, and Google Play Movies in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.

**Is A Christmas Carol on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

A Christmas Carol 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/28769/a-christmas-carol-2004
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/2KMxnbPZilgwF5N1rs6zmpwyVyG.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/28769/a-christmas-carol-2004.json

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