# Where to watch For Sama (2019) in the UK

> For Sama (2019) is available to watch free in the UK on Channel 4. It can also be rented from Sky Store or bought from Apple TV Store and Sky Store. Last verified on 7 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2019  
**Runtime:** 100 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 8.2/10  
**Genres:** Documentary, War  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 7 May 2026 (2026-05-07T13:42:37.972Z)  

## Synopsis

A love letter from a young mother to her daughter, the film tells the story of Waad al-Kateab’s life through five years of the uprising in Aleppo, Syria as she falls in love, gets married and gives birth to Sama, all while cataclysmic conflict rises around her.  Her camera captures incredible stories of loss, laughter and survival as Waad wrestles with an impossible choice– whether or not to flee the city to protect her daughter’s life, when leaving means abandoning the struggle for freedom for which she has already sacrificed so much.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Channel 4](https://www.channel4.com/search?q=For%20Sama)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Sky Store](https://www.sky.com/search?q=For%20Sama)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=For%20Sama)
- [Sky Store](https://www.sky.com/search?q=For%20Sama)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch For Sama for free in the UK?**

For Sama (2019) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on Channel 4 in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent For Sama?**

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 Sky Store so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of For Sama?**

Yes. For Sama can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store and Sky Store in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.

**Is For Sama on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

For Sama 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/576017/for-sama-2019
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/mDna51F8QfrJFZOgPGQUz3VKqsB.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/576017/for-sama-2019.json

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