# Where to watch Alex Higgins: The People's Champion (2010) in the UK

> Alex Higgins: The People's Champion (2010) is available to watch free in the UK on BBC iPlayer. Last verified on 16 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2010  
**Runtime:** 60 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 7.7/10  
**Genres:** Documentary  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 16 May 2026 (2026-05-16T12:54:46.054Z)  

## Synopsis

One man transfixed television viewers during snooker's golden age - Alex 'Hurricane' Higgins. This poignant documentary charts the remarkable rise and fall of the snooker genius, from his early days growing up in Belfast to his climb to the top of the sport as two-time world champion.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [BBC iPlayer](https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/search?q=Alex%20Higgins%3A%20The%20People's%20Champion)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Alex Higgins: The People's Champion for free in the UK?**

Alex Higgins: The People's Champion (2010) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on BBC iPlayer in the United Kingdom.

**Is Alex Higgins: The People's Champion on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Alex Higgins: The People's Champion 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?**

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## Sources

- Streaming availability: The Movie Database (TMDB), refreshed daily.
- Underlying licensing data: JustWatch.
- Canonical URL: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/378793/alex-higgins-the-people-s-champion-2010
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/8VIDfab6NkweHi99idgUDzNEtQT.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/378793/alex-higgins-the-people-s-champion-2010.json

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