# Where to watch 1988: The Remake (1977) in the UK

> 1988: The Remake (1977) is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 12 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1977  
**Runtime:** 94 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 5.7/10  
**Genres:** Music  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 12 May 2026 (2026-05-12T19:59:56.659Z)  

## Synopsis

When a San Francisco librarian decided to produce a filmed remake of the Jerome Kern, Oscar Hammerstein musical Show Boat, a large number of actors and aspiring performers auditioned. The auditions, which included performances by nudists, tap-dancing nuns, and turtles were later televised, and this film includes that footage as well as interviews with the performers.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

No current UK streaming, rental, or purchase listings were found for 1988: The Remake in our daily-updated TMDB feed. The title may be on physical media only, awaiting UK release, or in a temporary licensing gap.

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch 1988: The Remake in the UK?**

1988: The Remake (1977) is not currently listed by any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service in our daily-updated TMDB feed. It may be on physical media, an aggregator, or pending a UK release. Check back later — availability changes frequently.

**Is 1988: The Remake on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

1988: The Remake 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.
- Canonical URL: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/560636/1988-the-remake-1977
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