# Where to watch The Watermelon Woman (1997) in the UK

> The Watermelon Woman (1997) is currently available to stream in the UK on MUBI and MUBI Amazon Channel. It can also be rented from Google Play Movies and YouTube or bought from Google Play Movies and YouTube. Last verified on 17 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1997  
**Runtime:** 85 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.9/10  
**Genres:** Drama, Comedy, Romance  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 17 May 2026 (2026-05-17T03:30:42.210Z)  

## Synopsis

A young black lesbian filmmaker probes into the life of The Watermelon Woman, a 1930s black actress who played 'mammy' archetypes.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [MUBI](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/44479-the-watermelon-woman/watch?locale=GB)
- [MUBI Amazon Channel](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Watermelon%20Woman&i=instant-video)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=The%20Watermelon%20Woman&c=movies)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=The%20Watermelon%20Woman+film)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=The%20Watermelon%20Woman&c=movies)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=The%20Watermelon%20Woman+film)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream The Watermelon Woman in the UK?**

The Watermelon Woman (1997) is currently included in subscriptions to MUBI and MUBI Amazon Channel 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 Watermelon Woman?**

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

**Can I buy a digital copy of The Watermelon Woman?**

Yes. The Watermelon Woman can be bought as a digital download from Google Play Movies 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 Watermelon Woman on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

The Watermelon Woman is currently included with: MUBI and MUBI Amazon Channel.

**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/44479/the-watermelon-woman-1997
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/mBBqKfkvzSk6Rk7bfRXU9kR916N.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/44479/the-watermelon-woman-1997.json

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