# Where to watch The Big Man (1990) in the UK

> The Big Man (1990) is currently available to stream in the UK on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, and Channel 4 Plus. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video or bought from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. Last verified on 7 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1990  
**Runtime:** 116 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 4.9/10  
**Genres:** Drama  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 7 May 2026 (2026-05-07T01:41:32.610Z)  

## Synopsis

An unemployed Scottish miner is forced into bare-knuckle boxing to make ends meet.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [Amazon Prime Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Big%20Man&i=instant-video)
- [Amazon Prime Video with Ads](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Big%20Man&i=instant-video)
- [Channel 4 Plus](https://www.channel4.com/search?q=The%20Big%20Man)

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Rakuten TV](https://rakuten.tv/uk/search?q=The%20Big%20Man)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

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

### Buy (digital download)

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

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream The Big Man in the UK?**

The Big Man (1990) is currently included in subscriptions to Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, and Channel 4 Plus 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 Big Man?**

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 Big Man?**

Yes. The Big Man 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 Big Man on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

The Big Man is currently included with: Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, and Channel 4 Plus.

**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/54833/the-big-man-1990
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/8isAs4kKkC1gqEms6SnllOOQ3Qj.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/54833/the-big-man-1990.json

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