# Where to watch Changing the Needle (1982) in the UK

> Changing the Needle (1982) is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 17 September 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1982  
**Runtime:** 53 minutes  
**Genres:** Documentary  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 17 September 2026 (2026-09-17T03:30:00.821Z)  

## Synopsis

A quarter of a million drug addicts —one of the most serious consequences of the Vietnam War. These addicts were the citizens of the South, and of Ho Chi Minh City, the former Saigon. Shot in 1981 by three Australian women, Changing the Needle was the first in-depth film to be made about Vietnam’s unique approach to drug rehabilitation at a time when few foreign film crews had access to Vietnam at all.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

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## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Changing the Needle in the UK?**

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**Is Changing the Needle on Netflix in the UK?**

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**Is Changing the Needle on Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

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## Sources

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