# Where to watch H.G. Wells' War of the Worlds (2005) in the UK

> H.G. Wells' War of the Worlds (2005) is available to watch free in the UK on Plex. It can also be rented from Amazon Video or bought from Amazon Video. Last verified on 17 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2005  
**Runtime:** 100 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 5.2/10  
**Genres:** Science Fiction  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 17 May 2026 (2026-05-17T21:35:59.063Z)  

## Synopsis

In this modern retelling of H.G. Wells' classic sci-fi horror, civilization is laid to ruin when a super race of aliens invades Earth. In a blink of an eye, massive "walkers" cover the planet, annihilating all in their path. As cities crumble and human flesh is ripped from the bone, one man struggles to find the one weapon that will turn the tide for mankind.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Plex](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/34812-h-g-wells-war-of-the-worlds/watch?locale=GB)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=H.G.%20Wells'%20War%20of%20the%20Worlds&i=instant-video)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=H.G.%20Wells'%20War%20of%20the%20Worlds&i=instant-video)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch H.G. Wells' War of the Worlds for free in the UK?**

H.G. Wells' War of the Worlds (2005) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on Plex in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent H.G. Wells' War of the Worlds?**

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 H.G. Wells' War of the Worlds?**

Yes. H.G. Wells' War of the Worlds 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 H.G. Wells' War of the Worlds on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

H.G. Wells' War of the Worlds is not currently included with any major UK subscription service. It may still be available to rent or buy.

**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/34812/h-g-wells-war-of-the-worlds-2005
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/tPhCFmtnHUwKtzVY7SglwioOnGW.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/34812/h-g-wells-war-of-the-worlds-2005.json

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