# Where to watch The Story of Ruth (1960) in the UK

> The Story of Ruth (1960) is not currently on UK subscription streaming. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube or bought from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube. Last verified on 16 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1960  
**Runtime:** 132 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 7.4/10  
**Genres:** Drama, History  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 16 May 2026 (2026-05-16T20:13:21.291Z)  

## Synopsis

Ruth is one of two Moabite women who marry the sons of Elimelech and Naomi. When Elimelech and sons Mahlon and Chillion die, leaving Naomi a widow with two widowed daughters-in-law, Naomi decides to return to Israel. One daughter-in-law, Orpah, bids her goodbye. Daughter-in-law Ruth however says she will not desert her.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=The%20Story%20of%20Ruth)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=The%20Story%20of%20Ruth&c=movies)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=The%20Story%20of%20Ruth+film)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=The%20Story%20of%20Ruth)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=The%20Story%20of%20Ruth&c=movies)
- [Sky Store](https://www.sky.com/search?q=The%20Story%20of%20Ruth)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=The%20Story%20of%20Ruth+film)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch The Story of Ruth in the UK?**

The Story of Ruth (1960) is not currently included in any UK subscription service. It is available to rent on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube and buy on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent The Story of Ruth?**

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, Google Play Movies, and YouTube so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of The Story of Ruth?**

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

The Story of Ruth 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/43042/the-story-of-ruth-1960
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/4MPqitAdH1WC52AOMZStTc6bRMX.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/43042/the-story-of-ruth-1960.json

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