# Where to watch Big (1988) in the UK

> Big (1988) is currently available to stream in the UK on Disney Plus. 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:** 1988  
**Runtime:** 104 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 7.2/10  
**Genres:** Fantasy, Drama, Comedy  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 4 May 2026 (2026-05-04T22:24:48.225Z)  

## Synopsis

When a young boy makes a wish at a carnival machine to be big—he wakes up the following morning to find that it has been granted and his body has grown older overnight. But he is still the same 13-year-old boy inside. Now he must learn how to cope with the unfamiliar world of grown-ups including getting a job and having his first romantic encounter with a woman.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [Disney Plus](https://www.disneyplus.com/search?q=Big)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

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

### Buy (digital download)

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

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream Big in the UK?**

Big (1988) is currently included in subscriptions to Disney Plus 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 Big?**

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 Big?**

Yes. Big 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 Big on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Big is currently included with: Disney Plus.

**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/2280/big-1988
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/eWhCDJiwxvx3YXkAFRiHjimnF0j.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/2280/big-1988.json

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