# Where to watch An American in Texas (2017) in the UK

> An American in Texas (2017) is available to watch free in the UK on Rakuten TV and Tubi TV. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video or bought from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. Last verified on 13 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2017  
**Runtime:** 97 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 5.0/10  
**Genres:** Drama  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 13 May 2026 (2026-05-13T15:21:51.530Z)  

## Synopsis

Based on a true story, and set in late 1990 against the backdrop of the first gulf war, An American in Texas is the story of lifelong friends as they reach the cusp of adulthood and must decide between the hollow values of corporate careerism; or the narrow way of individualism and freedom.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Rakuten TV](https://rakuten.tv/uk/search?q=An%20American%20in%20Texas)
- [Tubi TV](https://tubitv.com/search/An%20American%20in%20Texas)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

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

### Buy (digital download)

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

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch An American in Texas for free in the UK?**

An American in Texas (2017) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on Rakuten TV and Tubi TV in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent An American in Texas?**

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 An American in Texas?**

Yes. An American in Texas 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 An American in Texas on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

An American in Texas 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/485591/an-american-in-texas-2017
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/dnlFsEe9GWibKJOGdSMCb4xUsrR.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/485591/an-american-in-texas-2017.json

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