Where to watch The Dresser (2015) in the UK
The Dresser (2015) is available to watch free in the UK on Rakuten TV and Plex. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube or bought from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube. Last verified on 1 August 2026 by ScreenSearch.
One fateful night in a small English regional theatre during World War II a troupe of touring actors stage a production of Shakespeares King Lear. Bombs are falling, sirens are wailing, the curtain is up in an hour but the actor/manager Sir who is playing Lear is nowhere to be seen. His dresser Norman must scramble to keep the production alive but will Sir turn up in time and if he does will he be able to perform that night? The Dresser is a wickedly funny and deeply moving story of friendship and loyalty as Sir reflects on his lifelong accomplishments and seeks to reconcile his turbulent friendships with those in his employ before the final curtain.
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The Dresser: Trailer - BBC Two
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Is The Dresser on Netflix, Disney+ or Prime Video?
Quick answers for the UK's biggest streaming services, checked against today's data.
Netflix
No — The Dresser (2015) is not currently on Netflix in the UK. It is streaming on Rakuten TV and Plex instead.
Amazon Prime Video
No — The Dresser (2015) is not currently on Amazon Prime Video in the UK. It is streaming on Rakuten TV and Plex instead.
Disney+
No — The Dresser (2015) is not currently on Disney+ in the UK. It is streaming on Rakuten TV and Plex instead.
Cast & crew
Top-billed cast in The Dresser.
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Ian McKellenNorman -
Anthony HopkinsSir -
Emily WatsonHer Ladyship -
Vanessa KirbyIrene -
Sarah LancashireMadge -
Edward FoxThornton -
Tom BrookeOxenby/Edmond -
Matthew CottleAlbany
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The Dresser — frequently asked questions
Where can I watch The Dresser for free in the UK?
The Dresser (2015) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on Rakuten TV and Plex in the United Kingdom.
How much does it cost to rent The Dresser?
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, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube so you can check the current price.
Can I buy a digital copy of The Dresser?
Yes. The Dresser can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, 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 The Dresser on Netflix in the UK?
No — The Dresser (2015) is not currently on Netflix in the UK. It is streaming on Rakuten TV and Plex instead.
Is The Dresser on Amazon Prime Video in the UK?
No — The Dresser (2015) is not currently on Amazon Prime Video in the UK. It is streaming on Rakuten TV and Plex instead.
Is The Dresser on Disney+ in the UK?
No — The Dresser (2015) is not currently on Disney+ in the UK. It is streaming on Rakuten TV and Plex instead.
How accurate is this film's availability data?
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