# Where to watch Digging to China (1997) in the UK

> Digging to China (1997) is currently available to stream in the UK on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. It can also be rented from Amazon Video or bought from Amazon Video. Last verified on 12 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1997  
**Runtime:** 98 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.4/10  
**Genres:** Drama  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 12 May 2026 (2026-05-12T01:41:06.201Z)  

## Synopsis

Precocious young Harriet and her older sister Gwen live at their mother's motel in small-town New Hampshire. Harriet dreams of a life beyond her inattentive family and the stultifying town. A mentally disabled man named Ricky comes to stay at the motel, and Harriet finds him kinder and more interesting than anyone she has ever met. After tragedy strikes, Harriet and Ricky cling to each other ever more tightly.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [Amazon Prime Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Digging%20to%20China&i=instant-video)
- [Amazon Prime Video with Ads](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Digging%20to%20China&i=instant-video)

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Plex](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/31641-digging-to-china/watch?locale=GB)
- [Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Digging%20to%20China&i=instant-video)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Digging%20to%20China&i=instant-video)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Digging%20to%20China&i=instant-video)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream Digging to China in the UK?**

Digging to China (1997) is currently included in subscriptions to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads 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 Digging to China?**

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 Digging to China?**

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

Digging to China is currently included with: Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads.

**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/31641/digging-to-china-1997
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/31jIfBKT9f0wWnsZW1DfAFJfZLB.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/31641/digging-to-china-1997.json

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