# Where to watch The History of a Butterfly: A Romance of Insect Life (1910) in the UK

> The History of a Butterfly: A Romance of Insect Life (1910) is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 18 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1910  
**Runtime:** 10 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 7.5/10  
**Genres:** Documentary  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 18 May 2026 (2026-05-18T09:43:24.136Z)  

## Synopsis

Directed by one of the pioneers of the cinematic industry, James Williamson, The History of a Butterfly - A Romance of Insect Life is an intriguing look at the life cycles of butterflies and moths. Caterpillars are seen hatching, feeding and ready for pupation and with three caterpillars changing into chrysalis and the birth of a peacock butterfly, this black and white silent film is an early example of British natural history filmmaking.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

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