# Where to watch The Shawshank Redemption (1994) in the UK

> The Shawshank Redemption (1994) is currently available to stream in the UK on HBO Max Amazon Channel, Sky Go, and Now TV Cinema. 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 3 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1994  
**Runtime:** 142 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 8.7/10  
**Genres:** Drama, Crime  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 3 May 2026 (2026-05-02T23:21:16.807Z)  

## Synopsis

Imprisoned in the 1940s for the double murder of his wife and her lover, upstanding banker Andy Dufresne begins a new life at the Shawshank prison, where he puts his accounting skills to work for an amoral warden. During his long stretch in prison, Dufresne comes to be admired by the other inmates -- including an older prisoner named Red -- for his integrity and unquenchable sense of hope.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [HBO Max Amazon Channel](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Shawshank%20Redemption&i=instant-video)
- [Sky Go](https://www.sky.com/search?q=The%20Shawshank%20Redemption)
- [Now TV Cinema](https://www.nowtv.com/search?q=The%20Shawshank%20Redemption)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

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

### Buy (digital download)

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

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream The Shawshank Redemption in the UK?**

The Shawshank Redemption (1994) is currently included in subscriptions to HBO Max Amazon Channel, Sky Go, and Now TV Cinema 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 The Shawshank Redemption?**

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 The Shawshank Redemption?**

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

The Shawshank Redemption is currently included with: HBO Max Amazon Channel, Sky Go, and Now TV Cinema.

**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/278/the-shawshank-redemption-1994
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/9cqNxx0GxF0bflZmeSMuL5tnGzr.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/278/the-shawshank-redemption-1994.json

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