# Where to watch The Child of the Sahara (2018) in the UK

> The Child of the Sahara (2018) is currently available to stream in the UK on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video or bought from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. Last verified on 17 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2018  
**Runtime:** 87 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 7.3/10  
**Genres:** Drama  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 17 May 2026 (2026-05-17T13:10:23.754Z)  

## Synopsis

While in high school class, a French teenager of Moroccan origin loses his parents in a car accident. A few days later, social services learn that he was adopted and that his natural parents are his aunt and uncle who live in a small village in the Sahara... He decided to join them.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [Amazon Prime Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Child%20of%20the%20Sahara&i=instant-video)
- [Amazon Prime Video with Ads](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Child%20of%20the%20Sahara&i=instant-video)

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Plex](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/527942-le-fils-du-desert/watch?locale=GB)
- [Tubi TV](https://tubitv.com/search/The%20Child%20of%20the%20Sahara)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=The%20Child%20of%20the%20Sahara)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Child%20of%20the%20Sahara&i=instant-video)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=The%20Child%20of%20the%20Sahara)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Child%20of%20the%20Sahara&i=instant-video)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream The Child of the Sahara in the UK?**

The Child of the Sahara (2018) is currently included in subscriptions to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads 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 Child of the Sahara?**

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 The Child of the Sahara?**

Yes. The Child of the Sahara 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 The Child of the Sahara on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

The Child of the Sahara is currently included with: Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads.

**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/527942/the-child-of-the-sahara-2018
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/hb1ahbOhcgZEeQOnJoSgXuBcdfI.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/527942/the-child-of-the-sahara-2018.json

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