# Where to watch Back-Room Boy (1942) in the UK

> Back-Room Boy (1942) is available to watch free in the UK on Tubi TV. It can also be rented from Amazon Video or bought from Amazon Video. Last verified on 10 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1942  
**Runtime:** 82 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.6/10  
**Genres:** Comedy  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 10 May 2026 (2026-05-10T10:34:26.380Z)  

## Synopsis

Jilted by his fiancee, Arthur Pilbeam gets a job as far away from women as possible. Alone in a lighthouse, he soon finds that 12 other people end up living on the tiny island. Thirteen is an unlucky number; and one-by-one they disappear ...

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Tubi TV](https://tubitv.com/search/Back-Room%20Boy)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Back-Room%20Boy&i=instant-video)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Back-Room%20Boy&i=instant-video)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Back-Room Boy for free in the UK?**

Back-Room Boy (1942) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on Tubi TV in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent Back-Room Boy?**

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 Back-Room Boy?**

Yes. Back-Room Boy 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 Back-Room Boy on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Back-Room Boy 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/38324/back-room-boy-1942
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/FhjaT8ntAYQf9yyxtLvWVDHRby.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/38324/back-room-boy-1942.json

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