# Where to watch My Dad the Communist (2009) in the UK

> My Dad the Communist (2009) is not currently on UK subscription streaming. It can also be rented from BFI Player. Last verified on 14 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2009  
**Runtime:** 17 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 7.0/10  
**Genres:** Drama  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 14 May 2026 (2026-05-14T12:16:18.918Z)  

## Synopsis

Chinese men are 'inscrutable'; none more so than Tony's Dad who works in a Chinese takeaway. Tony is Chinese but has lived in the UK all of his 20 years, during which his Dad has hardly uttered more than a few sentences to him, and never once touched him. It is the Chinese way. Tony has accepted it all his life. However, when Tony's Dad has a near-escape in a car accident, Tony begins to yearn for a deeper, more expressive relationship with him. This is easier said than done as Tony recalls the few occasions on which his Dad has ever spoken to him; his Dad has never wished him a happy birthday in his entire life; he failed to say goodbye when Tony left home at 18, and even neglected to congratulate him on his wedding day! Dad doesn't even utter a word when his wife - Tony's Mum - passes away. Tony wonders if his Dad has any feelings at all. Time finally runs out for them both when his Dad has yet another car accident; this time a fatal one. Thus, Tony has his Dad taken away without ...

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [BFI Player](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/468163-my-dad-the-communist/watch?locale=GB)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch My Dad the Communist in the UK?**

My Dad the Communist (2009) 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 My Dad the Communist?**

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 My Dad the Communist on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

My Dad the Communist 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/468163/my-dad-the-communist-2009
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/sRW1btqkBGlhPteQGQAyozbSECI.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/468163/my-dad-the-communist-2009.json

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