# Where to watch Independence Day (1996) in the UK

> Independence Day (1996) is not currently on UK subscription streaming. 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 11 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1996  
**Runtime:** 145 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.9/10  
**Genres:** Action, Adventure, Science Fiction  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 11 May 2026 (2026-05-11T06:25:06.804Z)  

## Synopsis

Strange phenomena surface around the globe. The skies ignite. Terror races through the world's major cities. As these extraordinary events unfold, it becomes increasingly clear that a force of incredible magnitude has arrived. Its mission: total annihilation over the Fourth of July weekend. The last hope to stop the destruction is an unlikely group of people united by fate and unimaginable circumstances.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Independence%20Day)
- [Rakuten TV](https://rakuten.tv/uk/search?q=Independence%20Day)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Independence%20Day&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=Independence%20Day&c=movies)
- [Sky Store](https://www.sky.com/search?q=Independence%20Day)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Independence%20Day+film)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Independence%20Day)
- [Rakuten TV](https://rakuten.tv/uk/search?q=Independence%20Day)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Independence%20Day&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=Independence%20Day&c=movies)
- [Sky Store](https://www.sky.com/search?q=Independence%20Day)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Independence%20Day+film)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Independence Day in the UK?**

Independence Day (1996) is not currently included in any UK subscription service. It is available to rent on Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube and buy on Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent Independence Day?**

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 Independence Day?**

Yes. Independence Day 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 Independence Day on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Independence Day 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/602/independence-day-1996
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/p0BPQGSPoSa8Ml0DAf2mB2kCU0R.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/602/independence-day-1996.json

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