Where to watch The Child in Time (2018) in the UK
The Child in Time (2018) is currently available to stream in the UK on Studiocanal Presents Amazon Channel. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, and Sky Store or bought from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube. Page generated on 26 September 2026 from provider data; confirm the exact offer before paying.
A successful writer of children's books, Stephen Lewis is confronted with the unthinkable—he loses his only child, four-year-old Kate, in a supermarket. In one horrifying moment that replays itself over the years that follow, Stephen realises his daughter is gone. Kate's absence sets Stephen and his wife on diverging paths as both struggle with an all-consuming grief.
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The Child in Time: Trailer - BBC One
Streaming options in the United Kingdom
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Netflix
Our data has no included listing for The Child in Time (2018) on Netflix in the UK. Other listed options are Studiocanal Presents Amazon Channel and Channel 4. Check the providers before paying.
Amazon Prime Video
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Cast & crew
Top-billed cast in The Child in Time.
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Benedict CumberbatchStephen Lewis -
Kelly MacdonaldJulie Lewis -
Stephen Campbell MooreCharles Darke -
Saskia ReevesThelma Darke -
Andrea HallPolicewoman -
Jim CreightonMale Neighbour -
Beatrice WhiteKate Lewis
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Rosa-Marie LewisShop Assistant
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The Child in Time — frequently asked questions
Where can I stream The Child in Time in the UK?
The Child in Time (2018) is currently included in subscriptions to Studiocanal Presents Amazon Channel in the United Kingdom. Sign-in is required to play. Streaming licences change occasionally — Listings can be cached or incomplete; confirm the exact plan and season.
How much does it cost to rent The Child in Time?
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, and Sky Store so you can check the current price.
Can I buy a digital copy of The Child in Time?
Yes. The Child in Time can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, 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 Child in Time on Netflix in the UK?
Our data has no included listing for The Child in Time (2018) on Netflix in the UK. Other listed options are Studiocanal Presents Amazon Channel and Channel 4. Check the providers before paying.
Is The Child in Time on Amazon Prime Video in the UK?
Our data has no included listing for The Child in Time (2018) on Amazon Prime Video in the UK. Other listed options are Studiocanal Presents Amazon Channel and Channel 4. Check the providers before paying.
Is The Child in Time on Disney+ in the UK?
Our data has no included listing for The Child in Time (2018) on Disney+ in the UK. Other listed options are Studiocanal Presents Amazon Channel and Channel 4. Check the providers before paying.
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