Where to watch Breakthrough (2019) in the UK
Breakthrough (2019) is available to watch free in the UK on Channel 4. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store or bought from Apple TV Store. Last verified on 12 August 2026 by ScreenSearch.
Breakthrough tells the story of a renegade scientist’s quest to find a cure for cancer, the disease that killed his mother. Texan Jim Allison is a 2018 Nobel Prize winner for discovering how to prompt a cancer patient’s own immune system into defeating their disease, but for decades he waged an often-lonely struggle against the painful skepticism of the medical establishment.
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Streaming options in the United Kingdom
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Is Breakthrough on Netflix, Disney+ or Prime Video?
Quick answers for the UK's biggest streaming services, checked against today's data.
Netflix
No — Breakthrough (2019) is not currently on Netflix in the UK. It is streaming on Channel 4 instead.
Amazon Prime Video
No — Breakthrough (2019) is not currently on Amazon Prime Video in the UK. It is streaming on Channel 4 instead.
Disney+
No — Breakthrough (2019) is not currently on Disney+ in the UK. It is streaming on Channel 4 instead.
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Breakthrough — frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Breakthrough for free in the UK?
Breakthrough (2019) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on Channel 4 in the United Kingdom.
How much does it cost to rent Breakthrough?
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 so you can check the current price.
Can I buy a digital copy of Breakthrough?
Yes. Breakthrough can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.
Is Breakthrough on Netflix in the UK?
No — Breakthrough (2019) is not currently on Netflix in the UK. It is streaming on Channel 4 instead.
Is Breakthrough on Amazon Prime Video in the UK?
No — Breakthrough (2019) is not currently on Amazon Prime Video in the UK. It is streaming on Channel 4 instead.
Is Breakthrough on Disney+ in the UK?
No — Breakthrough (2019) is not currently on Disney+ in the UK. It is streaming on Channel 4 instead.
How accurate is this film's availability data?
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