# Where to watch The Upsetter: The Life and Music of Lee Scratch Perry (2008) in the UK

> The Upsetter: The Life and Music of Lee Scratch Perry (2008) is available to watch free in the UK on Plex. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store or bought from Apple TV Store. Last verified on 18 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2008  
**Runtime:** 95 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.5/10  
**Genres:** Documentary, Music  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 18 May 2026 (2026-05-18T18:01:59.205Z)  

## Synopsis

The Upsetter tells the fascinating story of Lee Scratch Perry a visionary musician and artist from poor rural Jamaica who journeyed to the big city of Kingston in the late 1950’s with dreams of making it in the burgeoning record industry. He burst upon the scene with a brand new sound, inventing a genre of music that would come to be called Reggae, discovering a young Bob Marley and gaining international recognition as a record producer and solo artist. Soon he was being called upon by artists as diverse as The Clash and Paul McCartney to provide his unique sound.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Plex](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/74797-the-upsetter-the-life-and-music-of-lee-scratch-perry/watch?locale=GB)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=The%20Upsetter%3A%20The%20Life%20and%20Music%20of%20Lee%20Scratch%20Perry)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=The%20Upsetter%3A%20The%20Life%20and%20Music%20of%20Lee%20Scratch%20Perry)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch The Upsetter: The Life and Music of Lee Scratch Perry for free in the UK?**

The Upsetter: The Life and Music of Lee Scratch Perry (2008) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on Plex in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent The Upsetter: The Life and Music of Lee Scratch Perry?**

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 The Upsetter: The Life and Music of Lee Scratch Perry?**

Yes. The Upsetter: The Life and Music of Lee Scratch Perry can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.

**Is The Upsetter: The Life and Music of Lee Scratch Perry on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

The Upsetter: The Life and Music of Lee Scratch Perry 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.
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