Where to watch The Best Years of Our Lives (1946) in the UK
The Best Years of Our Lives (1946) 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 19 August 2026 by ScreenSearch.
Three wonderful loves in the best picture of the year!
It's the hope that sustains the spirit of every GI: the dream of the day when he will finally return home. For three WWII veterans, the day has arrived. But for each man, the dream is about to become a nightmare.
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Streaming options in the United Kingdom
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Is The Best Years of Our Lives on Netflix, Disney+ or Prime Video?
Quick answers for the UK's biggest streaming services, checked against today's data.
Netflix
No — The Best Years of Our Lives (1946) is not currently on Netflix in the UK. It is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads instead.
Amazon Prime Video
Yes — The Best Years of Our Lives (1946) is currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video in the UK, included with a subscription. Availability is refreshed daily by ScreenSearch.
Disney+
No — The Best Years of Our Lives (1946) is not currently on Disney+ in the UK. It is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads instead.
Cast & crew
Top-billed cast in The Best Years of Our Lives.
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Dana AndrewsFred Derry -
Fredric MarchAl Stephenson -
Harold RussellHomer Parrish -
Teresa WrightPeggy Stephenson -
Myrna LoyMilly Stephenson -
Cathy O'DonnellWilma Cameron -
Virginia MayoMarie Derry -
Hoagy CarmichaelButch Engle
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The Best Years of Our Lives — frequently asked questions
Where can I stream The Best Years of Our Lives in the UK?
The Best Years of Our Lives (1946) 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 The Best Years of Our Lives?
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 The Best Years of Our Lives?
Yes. The Best Years of Our Lives 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 The Best Years of Our Lives on Netflix in the UK?
No — The Best Years of Our Lives (1946) is not currently on Netflix in the UK. It is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads instead.
Is The Best Years of Our Lives on Amazon Prime Video in the UK?
Yes — The Best Years of Our Lives (1946) is currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video in the UK, included with a subscription. Availability is refreshed daily by ScreenSearch.
Is The Best Years of Our Lives on Disney+ in the UK?
No — The Best Years of Our Lives (1946) is not currently on Disney+ in the UK. It is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads instead.
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.
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