Welcome to our guide to the best UK streaming service for you. There’s a streaming service out there for everyone. Horror fans can flock to Shudder, Mubi caters to the independent cinema crowd and BritBox has old episodes of Grange Hill.

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In a crowded field, it’s difficult to know which streaming platform is right for you. Netflix still reigns supreme numbers-wise (just), but Amazon Prime Video is more affordable. Disney+ is the home of masked superheroes and Cinderella, but Apple TV+ comes with a bunch of worthwhile extras. Nobody wants to be forking out upwards of £40 a month on multiple subscriptions just to watch their favourite TV shows, so picking wisely is advised. Here, we run down the ups and downs of the top paid-for and free streaming platforms out there – Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney+, Apple TV+, BBC iPlayer, ITVX and All 4 – to help you decide which is the best UK streaming service for your needs.

Also don’t forget to check out our guides to the best upcoming movies and best upcoming TV shows.

Tune in with a VPN

Want to watch the NBA with American commentators? Or tune into the football with Gary Neville? With a VPN, you can watch sports coverage from outside your own country. We’ve already compiled the best paid-for VPN services, as well as which free VPN services can help you surf the internet in privacy. But all the major services have deals pretty much tailor-made for whatever protection and features you need from a VPN service. A few of our personal recommendations are: