Finding out exactly where to watch Peter Rabbit TV series feels way harder than it should be. You'd think a show this popular, based on Beatrix Potter’s legendary characters, would be everywhere. It isn't. Not really.
Honestly, the streaming landscape for Peter, Benjamin, and Lily Bobtail is a bit of a mess right now in 2026. If you're looking for the 2012-2016 CGI animated series—the one with the catchy theme song and the "hop to it" attitude—you aren't going to find it on Disney+ or Hulu. Trust me, I’ve checked.
Parents often get confused because there are two distinct versions of "Peter Rabbit" floating around. There's the live-action/CGI hybrid movies starring James Corden, and then there's the Emmy-winning preschool series that aired on Nickelodeon and CBeebies. We are talking about the show here. The one where Peter carries his dad’s old journal.
The Best Places to Stream Peter Rabbit Right Now
If you want to sit the kids down and hit play immediately, your options are surprisingly limited to "buy" rather than "subscription" services.
Currently, the most reliable way to access all three seasons is through Apple TV and Amazon Prime Video. You've basically got to buy the seasons or individual episodes. On Amazon, seasons usually start around $14.99, though you can sometimes snag individual stories for a couple of bucks.
Apple TV (the store, not necessarily the Plus subscription) is the most organized. They have the episodes grouped by season, and the quality is crisp.
What About Free Options?
Is it free anywhere? Sorta.
If you are in the United Kingdom, you’re in luck. The show frequently rotates on BBC iPlayer. Since it’s a BBC co-production, it lives there more permanently than anywhere else. However, if you are in the US or elsewhere, BBC iPlayer will block you faster than Mr. McGregor chasing Peter out of the radish patch.
Some people use a VPN to bypass these "geo-fences," but that’s a whole extra step many of us don't have the patience for on a Tuesday afternoon.
Why Isn't Peter Rabbit on Netflix?
It used to be. That's the frustrating part.
Streaming deals are like a game of musical chairs. One year a show is on Netflix, the next it’s vanished because the licensing contract expired. As of January 2026, the Peter Rabbit TV series is not currently part of the Netflix US library.
There is a new show coming to Netflix called Rabbit Rabbit starring Adam Driver, but don't let the name fool you. That is a thriller for grown-ups, not a whimsical adventure about stealing carrots. Don't let your toddler watch that one by mistake.
Digital Storefronts: The Breakdown
If you just want the show and don't want to hunt for it again next month, buying the digital version is the only way to "future-proof" your library.
- Google Play / YouTube Movies: You can find the series here. It’s convenient if you use an Android tablet for the kids.
- Fandango At Home (formerly Vudu): They carry all three seasons. Sometimes they have "bundle" sales where you can get the whole series cheaper than buying separately.
- Microsoft Store: Believe it or not, the Xbox/Windows store still sells it.
The Physical Media Hack
Everyone forgets about DVDs. I know, it’s 2026. Who has a disc player?
But listen.
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You can often find "Peter Rabbit: Season 1" or various themed DVDs (like the Christmas specials) for $5 at places like Walmart, eBay, or even local thrift stores. If you have an old PlayStation or a laptop with a drive, this is actually the cheapest way to own the show. No monthly fees. No "content removed" notices.
What Really Happened with Season 3?
There’s a bit of a myth that the show only has two seasons. Even some of the big TV tracking sites get this wrong.
While Season 1 and 2 were the main production blocks, many retailers split the later episodes into a "Season 3" or various "Specials" collections. If you see "Season 3" on Apple TV, it's usually just the final batch of episodes that aired toward 2016. It's the same show, just categorized differently depending on who is selling it.
Actionable Steps for Parents
Don't waste an hour scrolling through Netflix or Disney+ menus. It’s a ghost town there for Peter.
- Check Amazon Prime Video first. If you already have an account, the "Buy" button is right there.
- If you're an iPhone/Mac family, go straight to the Apple TV app (Store section).
- If you're in the UK, open BBC iPlayer and search "Peter Rabbit"—it's usually free there with a TV license.
- If you're on a budget, search eBay for "Peter Rabbit TV Series DVD" and you can probably get the whole collection for the price of one month of a streaming sub.
Basically, the era of "free" streaming for this specific show is mostly over in the US. You've got to buy it to keep it.
Next Steps: You can check the current pricing on the Amazon or Apple digital stores to see if they're running any "Complete Series" discounts, which happen most often during the spring or around Easter.