# Where to watch Wish You Were Here (1987) in the UK

> Wish You Were Here (1987) is available to watch free in the UK on Channel 4. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video or bought from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. Last verified on 13 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1987  
**Runtime:** 92 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.5/10  
**Genres:** Comedy, Drama, Romance  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 13 May 2026 (2026-05-13T20:32:11.680Z)  

## Synopsis

In a staid English seaside town after the Second World War, young Lynda grows up with her widowed father and younger sister. Rebellious Lynda has been swearing constantly from an early age. At sixteen, she becomes more exhibitionist and seeks out sexual encounters challenging the prevailing lower-middle class attitudes to sex.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Channel 4](https://www.channel4.com/search?q=Wish%20You%20Were%20Here)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Wish%20You%20Were%20Here)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Wish%20You%20Were%20Here&i=instant-video)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Wish%20You%20Were%20Here)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Wish%20You%20Were%20Here&i=instant-video)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Wish You Were Here for free in the UK?**

Wish You Were Here (1987) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on Channel 4 in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent Wish You Were Here?**

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 and Amazon Video so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of Wish You Were Here?**

Yes. Wish You Were Here can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store and 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 Wish You Were Here on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Wish You Were Here 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/46976/wish-you-were-here-1987
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/cULL2vpyXLK6F3CAsO3h5nCzNQV.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/46976/wish-you-were-here-1987.json

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