# Where to watch Desperate Measures (1998) in the UK

> Desperate Measures (1998) is not currently on UK subscription streaming. 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 4 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1998  
**Runtime:** 100 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.0/10  
**Genres:** Action, Drama, Thriller, Crime  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 4 May 2026 (2026-05-03T23:16:38.026Z)  

## Synopsis

San Francisco police officer Frank Connor is in a frantic search for a compatible bone marrow donor for his gravely ill son. There's only one catch the potential donor is convicted multiple murderer Peter McCabe who sees a trip to the hospital as the perfect opportunity to get what he wants most: freedom. With McCabe's escape, the entire hospital becomes a battleground and Connor must pursue and, ironically, protect the deadly fugitive who is his son's only hope for survival.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

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

### Buy (digital download)

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

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Desperate Measures in the UK?**

Desperate Measures (1998) is not currently included in any UK subscription service. It is available to rent on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube and buy on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent Desperate Measures?**

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 Desperate Measures?**

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

Desperate Measures 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/9458/desperate-measures-1998
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/74ibzyjLp2dizmiua5nHn4llG0l.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/9458/desperate-measures-1998.json

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