# Where to watch The Color Purple (2023) in the UK

> The Color Purple (2023) is currently available to stream in the UK on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, and Amazon Video or bought from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube. Last verified on 16 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2023  
**Runtime:** 141 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 7.0/10  
**Genres:** Drama  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 16 May 2026 (2026-05-16T08:29:14.857Z)  

## Synopsis

A decades-spanning tale of love and resilience and of one woman's journey to independence. Celie faces many hardships in her life, but ultimately finds extraordinary strength and hope in the unbreakable bonds of sisterhood.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [Amazon Prime Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Color%20Purple&i=instant-video)
- [Amazon Prime Video with Ads](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Color%20Purple&i=instant-video)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

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

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=The%20Color%20Purple)
- [Rakuten TV](https://rakuten.tv/uk/search?q=The%20Color%20Purple)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Color%20Purple&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=The%20Color%20Purple&c=movies)
- [Sky Store](https://www.sky.com/search?q=The%20Color%20Purple)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=The%20Color%20Purple+film)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream The Color Purple in the UK?**

The Color Purple (2023) is currently included in subscriptions to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads 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 Color Purple?**

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, Rakuten TV, and Amazon Video so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of The Color Purple?**

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

The Color Purple is currently included with: Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads.

**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/558915/the-color-purple-2023
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/h5bqIxM8GO4TewJ0u6Rzkg58ssJ.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/558915/the-color-purple-2023.json

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