How to watch The Life of Chuck – is it streaming?

Mike Flanagan has earned recognition for his appreciation of Stephen King’s works, notably through his adaptations of “Gerald’s Game” in 2017 and “Doctor Sleep” in 2019. Now, he carries on this trend with the high-profile film adaptation titled “The Life of Chuck.

In 2024, The Life of Chuck will debut at the Toronto International Film Festival and win the People’s Choice Award. This film stars Tom Hiddleston as the central character, Chuck Krantz, with Chiwetel Ejiofor and Karen Gillan playing supporting roles.

The movie employs an unusual storytelling method, which has garnered widespread acclaim from critics for its innovative approach to “The Life of Chuck.

Read on to find out how you can watch The Life of Chuck in the UK.

How to watch The Life of Chuck: Is it streaming anywhere?

Instead of a theater near you showing The Life of Chuck right away, we have some exciting news – you’ll get to see it exclusively in theaters starting from Wednesday 20th August, following its premiere at TIFF last year.

Since it’s going for a nationwide release, your best bet would be to catch it at your nearest movie theater.

In the United States, the movie titled “The Life of Chuck” was made publicly available for purchase on Prime Video starting from June 6th.

Simultaneously, it’s heading to Hulu for US audiences, so there might be a future release on Disney+ in the UK. However, a UK release won’t happen until after its theater run has concluded.

The Life of Chuck cast: Who stars in the film?

The Life of Chuck has an incredible all-star cast, including:

  • Tom Hiddleston as Charles ‘Chuck’ Krantz
    • Jacob Tremblay, Benjamin Pajak and Cody Flanagan as young Chuck
  • Chiwetel Ejiofor as Marty Anderson
  • Karen Gillan as Felicia Gordon
  • Mark Hamill as Albie Krantz
  • Nick Offerman as the Narrator
  • Annalise Basso as Janice Halliday

Besides our main actors, Mia Sara, Carl Lumbly, Kate Siegel, Matthew Lillard, David Dastmalchian, Violet McGraw, Michael Trucco, and Hamish Linklater also star in this movie.

Additionally, you’ll spot a brief appearance by the filmmaker Mike Flanagan, serving as an delightful nod for enthusiasts of his creative output.

What happens in The Life of Chuck?

Chronologically speaking, The Life of Chuck delves into the three distinct phases that make up the life story of Chuck Krantz. Fans of the Stephen King novella will recognize the narrative, yet it is equally comprehensible for those encountering it for the first time.

The Life of Chuck, from his scholarly beginnings to his aspiration as a dancer, and even venturing into the concept of a universe’s untimely demise, offers a blend of extraordinary fantasy and poignant dramatic elements.

In a departure from much of his other work that leans heavily on horror themes, The Life of Chuck is expected to continue Stephen King’s Flanagan’s streak of success, having already garnered positive responses in the United States.

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2025-08-13 16:02