# Where to watch The Hired Heart (1997) in the UK

> The Hired Heart (1997) is not currently on UK subscription streaming. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video or bought from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. Last verified on 15 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1997  
**Runtime:** 90 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 5.3/10  
**Genres:** Drama, Romance, TV Movie  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 15 May 2026 (2026-05-15T12:39:36.987Z)  

## Synopsis

A small-town, country doctor has been a widow for two years but is still in love with her dead husband, Michael. The week-long county fair is approaching and her father-in-law traps her into an unfair deal involving the feeding of her bull in return for her attendance at the fair with a suitable escort. She decides to call his bluff by hiring a male escort to attend the fair as her lover. However, things don't go quite according to plan as he smells a rat!

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=The%20Hired%20Heart)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Hired%20Heart&i=instant-video)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=The%20Hired%20Heart)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Hired%20Heart&i=instant-video)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch The Hired Heart in the UK?**

The Hired Heart (1997) is not currently included in any UK subscription service. It is available to rent on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video and buy on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent The Hired Heart?**

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 and Amazon Video so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of The Hired Heart?**

Yes. The Hired Heart can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store and 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 The Hired Heart on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

The Hired Heart 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/42878/the-hired-heart-1997
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/hvQxRFg2sp1vJlH4BXf2MNYsjuy.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/42878/the-hired-heart-1997.json

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