# Where to watch The African Queen (1952) in the UK

> The African Queen (1952) is currently available to stream in the UK on Studiocanal Presents Amazon Channel. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video or bought from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, and Sky Store. Last verified on 12 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1952  
**Runtime:** 105 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 7.4/10  
**Genres:** Romance, Adventure, Drama  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 12 May 2026 (2026-05-12T08:11:25.408Z)  

## Synopsis

At the start of the First World War, in the middle of Africa’s nowhere, a gin soaked riverboat captain is persuaded by a strong-willed missionary to go down river and face-off a German warship.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [Studiocanal Presents Amazon Channel](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20African%20Queen&i=instant-video)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

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

### Buy (digital download)

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

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream The African Queen in the UK?**

The African Queen (1952) is currently included in subscriptions to Studiocanal Presents 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 African Queen?**

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 African Queen?**

Yes. The African Queen can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, and Sky Store in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.

**Is The African Queen on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

The African Queen is currently included with: Studiocanal Presents 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/488/the-african-queen-1952
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/2Ypg0KhQfFYWILelvHGtSHHR0dk.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/488/the-african-queen-1952.json

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