# Where to watch This Was a Woman (1948) in the UK

> This Was a Woman (1948) is not currently on UK subscription streaming. It can also be rented from Amazon Video and BFI Player or bought from Amazon Video. Last verified on 14 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1948  
**Runtime:** 102 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 5.7/10  
**Genres:** Crime, Drama  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 14 May 2026 (2026-05-14T18:27:34.116Z)  

## Synopsis

The woman here is Sylvia Russell: power mad with set goals. In order to achieve those goals she is sadistically devoted to her son and daughter, able to possess and direct them. She subtly ruins her daughter's marriage by corrupting a servant girl and, then, uses her to compromise her son-in-law; slowly breaks her bumbling, unambitious husband's confidence...

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=This%20Was%20a%20Woman&i=instant-video)
- [BFI Player](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/416912-this-was-a-woman/watch?locale=GB)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=This%20Was%20a%20Woman&i=instant-video)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch This Was a Woman in the UK?**

This Was a Woman (1948) is not currently included in any UK subscription service. It is available to rent on Amazon Video and BFI Player and buy on Amazon Video in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent This Was a Woman?**

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 and BFI Player so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of This Was a Woman?**

Yes. This Was a Woman 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 This Was a Woman on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

This Was a Woman 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/416912/this-was-a-woman-1948
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/rAb66AfkI4eUhesFBtkT5VkgeEy.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/416912/this-was-a-woman-1948.json

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