The Pretender (1996) TV series poster — UK streaming guide

Where to watch The Pretender (1996) in the UK

The Pretender (1996) is not currently on UK subscription streaming. It can be bought from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. Last verified on 3 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

Hero of a thousand faces. Man of a thousand lives.

Raised in a secret facility built for experimenting on children, Jarod is a genius who can master any profession and become anyone he has to be. When he realizes as an adult that he's actually a prisoner and his captors are not as benevolent as he's been told, he breaks out. While trying to find his real identity, Jarod helps those he encounters and tries to avoid the woman sent to retrieve him.

  • TV series
  • 1996
  • 43 min / ep
  • 7.4/10 TMDB
  • 4 seasons
  • Drama
  • Mystery
  • Sci-Fi & Fantasy

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The Pretender Season 1

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The Pretender — frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Pretender in the UK?

The Pretender (1996) is not currently included in any UK subscription service. It is available to buy on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video in the United Kingdom.

Can I buy a digital copy of The Pretender?

Yes. The Pretender can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.

Are all seasons of The Pretender on the same service?

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The Pretender is not currently included with any major UK subscription service. It may still be available to rent or buy.

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