# Where to watch Starship Troopers (1997) in the UK

> Starship Troopers (1997) is not currently on UK subscription streaming. It can also be rented from Rakuten TV and Sky Store or bought from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube. Last verified on 12 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1997  
**Runtime:** 129 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 7.1/10  
**Genres:** Adventure, Action, Thriller, Science Fiction  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 12 May 2026 (2026-05-12T08:30:24.856Z)  

## Synopsis

Set in the future, the story follows a young soldier named Johnny Rico and his exploits in the Mobile Infantry. Rico's military career progresses from recruit to non-commissioned officer and finally to officer against the backdrop of an interstellar war between mankind and an arachnoid species known as "the Bugs."

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Rakuten TV](https://rakuten.tv/uk/search?q=Starship%20Troopers)
- [Sky Store](https://www.sky.com/search?q=Starship%20Troopers)

### Buy (digital download)

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

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Starship Troopers in the UK?**

Starship Troopers (1997) is not currently included in any UK subscription service. It is available to rent on Rakuten TV and Sky Store and buy on Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent Starship Troopers?**

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 Rakuten TV and Sky Store so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of Starship Troopers?**

Yes. Starship Troopers 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 Starship Troopers on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Starship Troopers 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/563/starship-troopers-1997
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/cxCmv23O7p3hyHwqoktHYkZcGsY.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/563/starship-troopers-1997.json

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