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9 February 2021, 15:27 | Updated: 16 February 2021, 14:31
Here’s everything you need to know about how to watch Framing Britney Spears in the UK and when the documentary was first released.
Britney Spears has been a topic of conversation lately after The New York Times released a documentary following the controversial conservatorship battle with her father, Jamie Spears.
The film, titled Framing Britney Spears, sees the ‘Womanizer’ star’s legal attempt to remove her father from her conservatorship, which was denied last year.
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The documentary also went on to show the songstress’ 28-year career, with mention of her high-profile relationship with Justin Timberlake.
So, how can I watch Framing Britney Spears in the UK? Here’s what you need to know.
The in-depth documentary was initially released on Hulu on February 5, but it will now be available to watch on Sky Documentaries and NOW TV on February 16 at 9 pm.
NOW TV also took to Twitter to explain that it will be shown on their Entertainment Pass and there's a 7-day free trial for new users, so everyone can have access to watching it.
Framing Britney Spears is part of The New York Times Presents series, where each episode explores a different story.
In its description, it reads: “The New York Times Presents is a series of standalone documentaries representing the unparalleled journalism and insight of The New York Times, bringing viewers close to the essential stories of our time.”
Britney Spears' father has been in control of her life since 2008. Now her lawyer & a tribe of loyal fans are campaigning to #FreeBritney from a court-sanctioned conservatorship.
— Sky TV (@skytv) February 15, 2021
Watch #FramingBritneySpears on Sky Documentaries and @NOWTV, 16 February, 9pm. https://t.co/p6WJhib4az
#FramingBritneySpears will be available on the Entertainment Pass. Haven't got it? There's a 7-day free trial for new users 🙌
— NOW TV (@NOWTV) February 15, 2021
The documentary initially dropped on Friday, February 5, with lots of fans taking to social media to discuss the film.
It has raised questions in the ‘Toxic’ singer’s fans, following the Free Britney movement, which came about last year.
Fans of the star were quick to write sweet messages about Britney online, making it very clear they love and support her!
Miley Cyrus even paid tribute to her during her TikTok Tailgate concert ahead of the Super Bowl, where she performed ‘Party In The U.S.A’.
As Miley sang the lyrics, “And a Britney song was on,” she followed it up by shouting, “We love Britney”.
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