# Where to watch Piranha (1978) in the UK

> Piranha (1978) is currently available to stream in the UK on Shout! Factory Amazon Channel and MGM Plus Amazon Channel. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube or bought from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Last verified on 8 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1978  
**Runtime:** 94 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.0/10  
**Genres:** Horror, Science Fiction  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 8 May 2026 (2026-05-08T22:02:59.340Z)  

## Synopsis

When flesh-eating piranhas are accidentally released into a summer resort's rivers, the guests become their next meal.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [Shout! Factory Amazon Channel](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Piranha&i=instant-video)
- [MGM Plus Amazon Channel](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Piranha&i=instant-video)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

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

### Buy (digital download)

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

## Frequently asked questions

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

Piranha (1978) is currently included in subscriptions to Shout! Factory Amazon Channel and MGM Plus Amazon Channel 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 Piranha?**

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, and YouTube so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of Piranha?**

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

Piranha is currently included with: Shout! Factory Amazon Channel and MGM Plus Amazon Channel.

**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/24831/piranha-1978
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/oaz0Le3fT3R8jzlkXkNV7JAsd7x.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/24831/piranha-1978.json

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