# Where to watch Hansel and Gretel (1988) in the UK

> Hansel and Gretel (1988) is currently available to stream in the UK on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. It can also be rented from Amazon Video or bought from Amazon Video. Last verified on 13 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1988  
**Runtime:** 84 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 7.0/10  
**Genres:** Family, Fantasy  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 13 May 2026 (2026-05-13T22:39:14.447Z)  

## Synopsis

Hansel and Gretel tells the tale of two young children driven from home by their scolding mother. Losing their way in the dark forest they stumble upon the cottage of a kindly old woman. But is this kindly old woman everything she seems...?

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [Amazon Prime Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Hansel%20and%20Gretel&i=instant-video)
- [Amazon Prime Video with Ads](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Hansel%20and%20Gretel&i=instant-video)

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Hansel%20and%20Gretel&i=instant-video)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Hansel%20and%20Gretel&i=instant-video)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Hansel%20and%20Gretel&i=instant-video)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream Hansel and Gretel in the UK?**

Hansel and Gretel (1988) is currently included in subscriptions to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United Kingdom. Sign-in is required to play. Streaming licences change occasionally — ScreenSearch refreshes its data daily.

**How much does it cost to rent Hansel and Gretel?**

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 Amazon Video so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of Hansel and Gretel?**

Yes. Hansel and Gretel can be bought as a digital download from 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 Hansel and Gretel on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Hansel and Gretel is currently included with: Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads.

**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/72984/hansel-and-gretel-1988
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/t7JGa8XRHtBgDcIOnQp9ZMJu5yr.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/72984/hansel-and-gretel-1988.json

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