Where to watch The Children Act (2018) in the UK
The Children Act (2018) is currently available to stream in the UK on Lionsgate+ Amazon Channels. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, BFI Player, and YouTube or bought from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube. Last verified on 15 August 2026 by ScreenSearch.
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The Children Act | Official Trailer | A24
Streaming options in the United Kingdom
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Rent
Pay-per-view rental, typically 24–48 hours.
Buy
Purchase a digital copy you keep in the storefront's library.
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Is The Children Act on Netflix, Disney+ or Prime Video?
Quick answers for the UK's biggest streaming services, checked against today's data.
Netflix
No — The Children Act (2018) is not currently on Netflix in the UK. It is streaming on Lionsgate+ Amazon Channels instead.
Amazon Prime Video
No — The Children Act (2018) is not currently on Amazon Prime Video in the UK. It is streaming on Lionsgate+ Amazon Channels instead.
Disney+
No — The Children Act (2018) is not currently on Disney+ in the UK. It is streaming on Lionsgate+ Amazon Channels instead.
Cast & crew
Top-billed cast in The Children Act.
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Emma ThompsonFiona Maye -
Stanley TucciJack Maye -
Fionn WhiteheadAdam Henry -
Jason WatkinsNigel Pauling -
Anthony CalfMark Berner -
Paul JessonHumphrey -
Ben ChaplinKevin Henry -
Eileen WalshNaomi Henry
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The Children Act — frequently asked questions
Where can I stream The Children Act in the UK?
The Children Act (2018) is currently included in subscriptions to Lionsgate+ Amazon Channels in the United Kingdom. Sign-in is required to play. Streaming licences change occasionally — ScreenSearch refreshes its data daily.
How much does it cost to rent The Children Act?
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, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, BFI Player, and YouTube so you can check the current price.
Can I buy a digital copy of The Children Act?
Yes. The Children Act 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 Children Act on Netflix in the UK?
No — The Children Act (2018) is not currently on Netflix in the UK. It is streaming on Lionsgate+ Amazon Channels instead.
Is The Children Act on Amazon Prime Video in the UK?
No — The Children Act (2018) is not currently on Amazon Prime Video in the UK. It is streaming on Lionsgate+ Amazon Channels instead.
Is The Children Act on Disney+ in the UK?
No — The Children Act (2018) is not currently on Disney+ in the UK. It is streaming on Lionsgate+ Amazon Channels instead.
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.
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