# Where to watch The Color Purple (1985) in the UK

> The Color Purple (1985) is currently available to stream in the UK on HBO Max Amazon Channel. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube or bought from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube. Last verified on 14 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1985  
**Runtime:** 154 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 7.7/10  
**Genres:** Drama, History  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 14 May 2026 (2026-05-14T19:02:03.139Z)  

## Synopsis

An epic tale spanning forty years in the life of Celie, an African-American woman living in the South who survives incredible abuse and bigotry. After Celie's abusive father marries her off to the equally debasing 'Mister' Albert Johnson, things go from bad to worse, leaving Celie to find companionship anywhere she can. She perseveres, holding on to her dream of one day being reunited with her sister in Africa.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [HBO Max Amazon Channel](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)
- [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)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=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 (1985) is currently included in subscriptions to HBO Max 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 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, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube 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, 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: HBO Max 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/873/the-color-purple-1985
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/6bvxkcTAXyqxGRwo38mxw92D6Xr.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/873/the-color-purple-1985.json

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