# Where to watch The Old Curiosity Shop (1979) in the UK

> The Old Curiosity Shop (1979) is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 13 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** TV series  
**Year:** 1979  
**Runtime:** 30 minutes per episode  
**TMDB rating:** 7.5/10  
**Genres:** Drama  
**Seasons:** 1  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 13 May 2026 (2026-05-13T20:36:18.577Z)  

## Synopsis

The Old Curiosity Shop is a 1979 BBC miniseries based on the novel by Charles Dickens. It was directed by Julian Amyes, and adapted by William Trevor. A kindly shop owner whose overwhelming gambling debts allow a greedy landlord to seize his shop of dusty treasures. Evicted and with no way to pay his debts, he and his granddaughter flee.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

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## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch The Old Curiosity Shop in the UK?**

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**Are all seasons of The Old Curiosity Shop on the same service?**

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**Is The Old Curiosity Shop on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

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## Sources

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- Canonical URL: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/tv/35550/the-old-curiosity-shop-1979
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