# Where to watch The Hot Potato (2011) in the UK

> The Hot Potato (2011) is currently available to stream in the UK on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video or bought from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Last verified on 11 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2011  
**Runtime:** 96 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.1/10  
**Genres:** Comedy, Crime  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 11 May 2026 (2026-05-11T21:54:49.326Z)  

## Synopsis

The 'Hot Potato' is an exciting new British period ‘caper movie’, in the spirit of ‘The Italian Job’ and ‘Two Way Stretch’ and is based on real events which took place at the end of the 1960s in London’s East End.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [Amazon Prime Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Hot%20Potato&i=instant-video)
- [Amazon Prime Video with Ads](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Hot%20Potato&i=instant-video)

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Hot%20Potato&i=instant-video)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=The%20Hot%20Potato)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Hot%20Potato&i=instant-video)

### Buy (digital download)

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

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream The Hot Potato in the UK?**

The Hot Potato (2011) is currently included in subscriptions to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video 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 Hot Potato?**

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 and Amazon Video so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of The Hot Potato?**

Yes. The Hot Potato can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, 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 Hot Potato on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

The Hot Potato is currently included with: Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video 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/120798/the-hot-potato-2011
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/1dUhHRUBU2ce98lVFpKGxOBBa0t.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/120798/the-hot-potato-2011.json

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