# Where to watch The Island on Bird Street (1997) in the UK

> The Island on Bird Street (1997) is available to watch free in the UK on Plex. It can also be rented from Amazon Video or bought from Amazon Video. Last verified on 17 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1997  
**Runtime:** 107 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 7.2/10  
**Genres:** Drama, War  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 17 May 2026 (2026-05-17T11:46:21.070Z)  

## Synopsis

Alex is an 11-year old boy who, during WWII, hides in the Jewish ghetto from Nazis after all his relatives have been sent to the concentration camp. The movie portrays the ghetto through his eyes.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Plex](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/45614-the-island-on-bird-street/watch?locale=GB)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Island%20on%20Bird%20Street&i=instant-video)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Island%20on%20Bird%20Street&i=instant-video)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch The Island on Bird Street for free in the UK?**

The Island on Bird Street (1997) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on Plex in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent The Island on Bird Street?**

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 The Island on Bird Street?**

Yes. The Island on Bird Street 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 The Island on Bird Street on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

The Island on Bird Street 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/45614/the-island-on-bird-street-1997
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/q8IXiMGnid3jSk5GAJAyjvDHL4E.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/45614/the-island-on-bird-street-1997.json

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