# Where to watch Sixteen Candles (1984) in the UK

> Sixteen Candles (1984) is not currently on UK subscription streaming. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube 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:** 1984  
**Runtime:** 93 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.8/10  
**Genres:** Comedy, Romance  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 16 May 2026 (2026-05-16T22:26:54.101Z)  

## Synopsis

With the occasion all but overshadowed by her sister's upcoming wedding, angst-ridden Samantha faces her 16th birthday with typical adolescent dread. Samantha pines for studly older boy Jake, but worries that her chastity will be a turnoff for the popular senior. Meanwhile, she must constantly rebuff the affections of nerdy Ted, who is unfortunately the only boy in school who seems to take an interest in her.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

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

### Buy (digital download)

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

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Sixteen Candles in the UK?**

Sixteen Candles (1984) is not currently included in any UK subscription service. It is available to rent on Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube 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 Sixteen Candles?**

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, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of Sixteen Candles?**

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

Sixteen Candles 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/15144/sixteen-candles-1984
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/A3WGCAgJF33kZdlxUdyXHYdbYax.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/15144/sixteen-candles-1984.json

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