# Where to watch August 16, 1947 (2023) in the UK

> August 16, 1947 (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 Amazon Video or bought from Amazon Video. Last verified on 9 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2023  
**Runtime:** 144 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 5.0/10  
**Genres:** Action, Drama  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 9 May 2026 (2026-05-09T20:06:40.941Z)  

## Synopsis

An atrocious British general is in charge of a secluded fictional village in pre-Independence Madras.  Spanning in three days, from 14 August to 16 August 1947 and follows the illiterate and oppressed villagers’ lives as they fail to receive the news of India’s Independence due to isolation. A local lout, Param, leads a revolt to free them all.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [Amazon Prime Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=August%2016%2C%201947&i=instant-video)
- [Amazon Prime Video with Ads](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=August%2016%2C%201947&i=instant-video)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=August%2016%2C%201947&i=instant-video)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=August%2016%2C%201947&i=instant-video)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream August 16, 1947 in the UK?**

August 16, 1947 (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 August 16, 1947?**

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 Amazon Video so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of August 16, 1947?**

Yes. August 16, 1947 can be bought as a digital download from 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 August 16, 1947 on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

August 16, 1947 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/980044/august-16-1947-2023
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/75BAvjIU5yAnNAJRF7uVorBnNRd.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/980044/august-16-1947-2023.json

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