# Where to watch The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy (2005) in the UK

> The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy (2005) 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 16 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2005  
**Runtime:** 109 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.7/10  
**Genres:** Adventure, Comedy, Science Fiction  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 16 May 2026 (2026-05-16T21:42:44.888Z)  

## Synopsis

Mere seconds before the Earth is to be demolished by an alien construction crew, Arthur Dent is swept off the planet by his friend Ford Prefect, a researcher penning a new edition of "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy."

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

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

### Buy (digital download)

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

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy in the UK?**

The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy (2005) 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 The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy?**

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 The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy?**

Yes. The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy 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 The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy 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/7453/the-hitchhiker-s-guide-to-the-galaxy-2005
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/yr9A3KGQlxBh3yW0cmglsr8aMIz.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/7453/the-hitchhiker-s-guide-to-the-galaxy-2005.json

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