Where to watch The Ambassador (1998) in the UK
The Ambassador (1998) is currently available to stream in the UK on Amazon Prime Video, Sky Go, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. Last verified on 25 August 2026 by ScreenSearch.
The Ambassador is a British television drama series produced by the BBC written by Hugh Costello. The series starred Pauline Collins in the title role as Harriet Smith, the new British ambassador to Ireland and dealt with the personal and professional pressures in Harriet's life, as well as wider political themes. Other notable cast members were Denis Lawson and Peter Egan. Two series were made between 1998 and 1999.
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Is The Ambassador on Netflix, Disney+ or Prime Video?
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Netflix
No — The Ambassador (1998) is not currently on Netflix in the UK. It is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Sky Go, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Tubi TV, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, and 5 instead.
Amazon Prime Video
Yes — The Ambassador (1998) is currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video in the UK, included with a subscription. Availability is refreshed daily by ScreenSearch.
Disney+
No — The Ambassador (1998) is not currently on Disney+ in the UK. It is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Sky Go, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Tubi TV, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, and 5 instead.
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The Ambassador — frequently asked questions
Where can I stream The Ambassador in the UK?
The Ambassador (1998) is currently included in subscriptions to Amazon Prime Video, Sky Go, 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.
Are all seasons of The Ambassador on the same service?
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Is The Ambassador on Netflix in the UK?
No — The Ambassador (1998) is not currently on Netflix in the UK. It is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Sky Go, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Tubi TV, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, and 5 instead.
Is The Ambassador on Amazon Prime Video in the UK?
Yes — The Ambassador (1998) is currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video in the UK, included with a subscription. Availability is refreshed daily by ScreenSearch.
Is The Ambassador on Disney+ in the UK?
No — The Ambassador (1998) is not currently on Disney+ in the UK. It is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Sky Go, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Tubi TV, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, and 5 instead.
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