# Where to watch Play On!  Shakespeare in Silent Film (2016) in the UK

> Play On!  Shakespeare in Silent Film (2016) is not currently on UK subscription streaming. It can also be rented from BFI Player. Last verified on 17 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2016  
**Runtime:** 63 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 5.8/10  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 17 May 2026 (2026-05-17T05:31:21.791Z)  

## Synopsis

A compilation of scenes from Shakespeare adaptations made in the earliest days of cinema, including versions of King Lear, Twelfth Night, Hamlet, Richard III and The Merchant of Venice, as well as less frequently filmed plays such as Henry VIII and The Winter's Tale.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [BFI Player](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/406226-play-on-shakespeare-in-silent-film/watch?locale=GB)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Play On!  Shakespeare in Silent Film in the UK?**

Play On!  Shakespeare in Silent Film (2016) is not currently included in any UK subscription service. It is available to rent on BFI Player in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent Play On!  Shakespeare in Silent Film?**

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 BFI Player so you can check the current price.

**Is Play On!  Shakespeare in Silent Film on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Play On!  Shakespeare in Silent Film 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/406226/play-on-shakespeare-in-silent-film-2016
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/fgZTbMm9RSneQNzW71qfqtj0C8e.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/406226/play-on-shakespeare-in-silent-film-2016.json

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