# Where to watch The Rainmaker (1997) in the UK

> The Rainmaker (1997) is currently available to stream in the UK on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube or bought from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube. Last verified on 4 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1997  
**Runtime:** 135 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 7.0/10  
**Genres:** Drama, Crime, Thriller  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 4 May 2026 (2026-05-03T23:39:19.283Z)  

## Synopsis

Fresh out of law school and desperate for work, idealistic rookie Rudy Baylor takes on a powerful insurance company accused of denying a dying boy’s claim. Teaming up with a scrappy, unlicensed paralegal, he finds himself in a David-versus-Goliath courtroom battle that tests his ethics, courage, and belief in justice.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [Netflix](https://www.netflix.com/search?q=The%20Rainmaker)
- [Netflix Standard with Ads](https://www.netflix.com/search?q=The%20Rainmaker)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=The%20Rainmaker)
- [Rakuten TV](https://rakuten.tv/uk/search?q=The%20Rainmaker)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Rainmaker&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=The%20Rainmaker&c=movies)
- [Sky Store](https://www.sky.com/search?q=The%20Rainmaker)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=The%20Rainmaker+film)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=The%20Rainmaker)
- [Rakuten TV](https://rakuten.tv/uk/search?q=The%20Rainmaker)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Rainmaker&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=The%20Rainmaker&c=movies)
- [Sky Store](https://www.sky.com/search?q=The%20Rainmaker)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=The%20Rainmaker+film)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream The Rainmaker in the UK?**

The Rainmaker (1997) is currently included in subscriptions to Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads in the United Kingdom. Sign-in is required to play. Streaming licences change occasionally — ScreenSearch refreshes its data daily.

**How much does it cost to rent The Rainmaker?**

Rental prices vary by service and tier (HD vs 4K), typically £3.49 to £5.99 in the UK for a 48-hour rental. ScreenSearch links you straight to Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of The Rainmaker?**

Yes. The Rainmaker can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.

**Is The Rainmaker on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

The Rainmaker is currently included with: Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads.

**How accurate is this film's availability data?**

Availability is sourced from The Movie Database (TMDB), which in turn pulls from JustWatch. Listings are refreshed daily. For purchase decisions, the provider's own site is the source of truth.

## Sources

- Streaming availability: The Movie Database (TMDB), refreshed daily.
- Underlying licensing data: JustWatch.
- Canonical URL: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/11975/the-rainmaker-1997
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/twLGHXPjQtS8UyVGp5GXmhJiTM7.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/11975/the-rainmaker-1997.json

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