# Where to watch Help! My Gumshoe's an Idiot! (2018) in the UK

> Help! My Gumshoe's an Idiot! (2018) is available to watch free in the UK on Plex. It can also be rented from Google Play Movies and YouTube or bought from Google Play Movies and YouTube. Last verified on 15 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2018  
**Runtime:** 95 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 3.0/10  
**Genres:** Comedy  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 15 May 2026 (2026-05-15T09:44:59.765Z)  

## Synopsis

Hopeless New Orleans private eye Biff Basham becomes entangled in a web of blackmail, espionage and murder in this crazy comedy.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Plex](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/681339-help-my-gumshoe-s-an-idiot/watch?locale=GB)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=Help!%20My%20Gumshoe's%20an%20Idiot!&c=movies)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Help!%20My%20Gumshoe's%20an%20Idiot!+film)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=Help!%20My%20Gumshoe's%20an%20Idiot!&c=movies)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Help!%20My%20Gumshoe's%20an%20Idiot!+film)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Help! My Gumshoe's an Idiot! for free in the UK?**

Help! My Gumshoe's an Idiot! (2018) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on Plex in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent Help! My Gumshoe's an Idiot!?**

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 Google Play Movies and YouTube so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of Help! My Gumshoe's an Idiot!?**

Yes. Help! My Gumshoe's an Idiot! can be bought as a digital download from Google Play Movies 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 Help! My Gumshoe's an Idiot! on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Help! My Gumshoe's an Idiot! 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/681339/help-my-gumshoe-s-an-idiot-2018
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/xDT1hzLOcUpJRUBeTLL9b8CClMx.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/681339/help-my-gumshoe-s-an-idiot-2018.json

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