# Where to watch Doctor in Distress (1963) in the UK

> Doctor in Distress (1963) is not currently on UK subscription streaming. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store or bought from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. Last verified on 14 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1963  
**Runtime:** 102 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.3/10  
**Genres:** Comedy  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 14 May 2026 (2026-05-14T17:10:26.840Z)  

## Synopsis

"Doctor in Distress" is the fifth of the seven films in the "Doctor" series, and focuses on Sir Lancelot Spratt,  Simon Sparrow's old  teacher and sometimes nemesis. When the eternal bachelor Sir Lancelot injures his back and falls in love with his  physiotherapist Iris Marchant, he becomes very distressed and turns to Simon for help. Simon, who now is a senior doctor at fictional Hampden Cross Hospital and hopelessly in love with aspiring actress Delia, sends him to a nature cure clinic in a vain attempt to help him lose weight, but Sir Lancelot can't get Iris off his mind and has her followed, first by a private investigator and eventually by himself. When he finally proposes, she rejects him and marries an old army major, which distresses Sir Lancelot even more.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Doctor%20in%20Distress)

### Buy (digital download)

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

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Doctor in Distress in the UK?**

Doctor in Distress (1963) is not currently included in any UK subscription service. It is available to rent on Apple TV Store and buy on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent Doctor in Distress?**

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 Doctor in Distress?**

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

Doctor in Distress 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/68337/doctor-in-distress-1963
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/tecpq44TF0iDCECOBV9EcMv0aFu.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/68337/doctor-in-distress-1963.json

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