# Where to watch They Were Expendable (1945) in the UK

> They Were Expendable (1945) is not currently on UK subscription streaming. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube or bought from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube. Last verified on 8 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1945  
**Runtime:** 135 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.5/10  
**Genres:** Drama, War  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 8 May 2026 (2026-05-08T18:17:21.483Z)  

## Synopsis

After a demonstration of new PT boats, navy brass are still unconvinced of their viability in combat, leaving Lt. "Rusty" Ryan frustrated. After the attack on Pearl Harbor, however, Ryan and his buddy Lt. Brickley are told they can finally take their squadron into battle. The PT boats quickly prove their worth, successfully shooting down Japanese planes, relaying messages between islands, and picking off a multitude of enemy ships.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

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

### Buy (digital download)

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

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch They Were Expendable in the UK?**

They Were Expendable (1945) is not currently included in any UK subscription service. It is available to rent on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube and buy on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent They Were Expendable?**

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, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of They Were Expendable?**

Yes. They Were Expendable can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store, 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 They Were Expendable on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

They Were Expendable is not currently included with any major UK subscription service. It may still be available to rent or buy.

**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/18771/they-were-expendable-1945
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/ejzJHdvEtUVbiLrDE55DRQskYyf.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/18771/they-were-expendable-1945.json

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