# Where to watch Making The Five Heartbeats (2018) in the UK

> Making The Five Heartbeats (2018) is not currently on UK subscription streaming. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube or bought from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Last verified on 18 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2018  
**Runtime:** 85 minutes  
**Genres:** Documentary  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 18 May 2026 (2026-05-18T20:37:14.663Z)  

## Synopsis

In  1990, actor, comedian, writer and director, Robert Townsend, went against every obstacle in Hollywood, relying on his faith, street smarts, and tenacity to bring his passion project, 1991’s The Five Heartbeats, to big screens. The Motown-flavored story of the rise and fall of an African-American vocal group in the 1960s, the musical drama is the subject of Townsend’s documentary, Making The Five Heartbeats. The documentary chronicles the inspiring journey of a young black writer/director (Townsend) determined to present a new image of black people in cinema while endeavoring to create a classic.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

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

### Buy (digital download)

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

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Making The Five Heartbeats in the UK?**

Making The Five Heartbeats (2018) is not currently included in any UK subscription service. It is available to rent on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube and buy on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent Making The Five Heartbeats?**

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, and YouTube so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of Making The Five Heartbeats?**

Yes. Making The Five Heartbeats can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, 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 Making The Five Heartbeats on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Making The Five Heartbeats 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?**

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## Sources

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- Underlying licensing data: JustWatch.
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