# Where to watch Soursweet (1988) in the UK

> Soursweet (1988) is not currently on UK subscription streaming. It can also be rented from BFI Player. Last verified on 6 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1988  
**Runtime:** 110 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.0/10  
**Genres:** Drama, Crime  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 6 May 2026 (2026-05-06T10:16:39.185Z)  

## Synopsis

Just married Hong Kong couple Chen & Lily emigrate to England, soon to become parents to a little baby boy and generally struggle through life. Chen works long days in a restaurant, while Lily does the housekeeping, daydreaming of setting up their own business, much to Chen's chagrin. When Chen lets his colleague Fok seduce him down a path of mounting gambling debts, he is recruited as a drug courier for a shadowy Chinese triad. Suddenly he realizes that getting their own enterprise could be their only means of escape.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [BFI Player](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/259079-soursweet/watch?locale=GB)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Soursweet in the UK?**

Soursweet (1988) is not currently included in any UK subscription service. It is available to rent on BFI Player in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent Soursweet?**

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 BFI Player so you can check the current price.

**Is Soursweet on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Soursweet 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/259079/soursweet-1988
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/fnv3vQVMJ5BP1QBtMfHVSh2AkPj.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/259079/soursweet-1988.json

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