Where to watch The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey (2012) in the UK
The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey (2012) is currently available to stream in the UK on Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads, and MGM Plus Amazon Channel. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube or bought from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube. Last verified on 14 August 2026 by ScreenSearch.
From the smallest beginnings come the greatest legends.
Bilbo Baggins, a hobbit enjoying his quiet life, is swept into an epic quest by Gandalf the Grey and thirteen dwarves who seek to reclaim their mountain home from Smaug, the dragon.
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Streaming options in the United Kingdom
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Stream
Included with these subscription services in the UK.
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 Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey on Netflix, Disney+ or Prime Video?
Quick answers for the UK's biggest streaming services, checked against today's data.
Netflix
Yes — The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey (2012) is currently streaming on Netflix in the UK, included with a subscription. Availability is refreshed daily by ScreenSearch.
Amazon Prime Video
No — The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey (2012) is not currently on Amazon Prime Video in the UK. It is streaming on Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads, and MGM Plus Amazon Channel instead.
Disney+
No — The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey (2012) is not currently on Disney+ in the UK. It is streaming on Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads, and MGM Plus Amazon Channel instead.
Cast & crew
Top-billed cast in The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey.
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Martin FreemanBilbo Baggins -
Ian McKellenGandalf the Grey -
Richard ArmitageThorin Oakenshield -
James NesbittBofur -
Ken StottBalin -
Sylvester McCoyRadagast the Brown -
Barry HumphriesThe Great Goblin -
Dean O'GormanFili
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The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey — frequently asked questions
Where can I stream The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey in the UK?
The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey (2012) is currently included in subscriptions to Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads, and MGM Plus Amazon Channel 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 Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey?
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, and YouTube so you can check the current price.
Can I buy a digital copy of The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey?
Yes. The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey 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 Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey on Netflix in the UK?
Yes — The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey (2012) is currently streaming on Netflix in the UK, included with a subscription. Availability is refreshed daily by ScreenSearch.
Is The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey on Amazon Prime Video in the UK?
No — The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey (2012) is not currently on Amazon Prime Video in the UK. It is streaming on Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads, and MGM Plus Amazon Channel instead.
Is The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey on Disney+ in the UK?
No — The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey (2012) is not currently on Disney+ in the UK. It is streaming on Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads, and MGM Plus Amazon Channel 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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