Where to watch Marvin & Tige (1985) in the UK
Marvin & Tige (1985) is currently available to stream in the UK on Shout! Factory Amazon Channel. It can also be rented from Amazon Video or bought from Amazon Video. Last verified on 11 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.
Sometimes it takes a friend to make the pieces fit
Marvin, a heavy-drinking widower meets Tige, an 11-year-old orphan. With nowhere else to go, Tige moves in with Marvin and they develop a close friendship. Marvin wants to adopt Tige but knows that he is too poor to give him a good home. Then he discovers who Tige's father is a rich suburbanite who doesn't even know Tige exists. Should Marvin, and can he, give up the boy he loves, and who loves him, in favor of a stranger with the right genes and bank balance?
Streaming options in the United Kingdom
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Cast & crew
Top-billed cast in Marvin & Tige.
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John CassavetesMarvin -
Billy Dee WilliamsRichard Davis -
Gibran BrownTige Jackson
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Denise NicholasVanessa Jackson -
Fay HauserBrenda Davis -
Georgia AllenCarrie Carter
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Jerry PensonPoliceman
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Charles DardenTV Salesman
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Marvin & Tige — frequently asked questions
Where can I stream Marvin & Tige in the UK?
Marvin & Tige (1985) is currently included in subscriptions to Shout! Factory 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 Marvin & Tige?
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 Amazon Video so you can check the current price.
Can I buy a digital copy of Marvin & Tige?
Yes. Marvin & Tige can be bought as a digital download from Amazon Video in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.
Is Marvin & Tige on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?
Marvin & Tige is currently included with: Shout! Factory Amazon Channel.
How accurate is this film's availability data?
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