Saving Private Ryan (1998)
Saving Private Ryan is streaming in the UK on Amazon Prime Video, Paramount Plus, Paramount+ Amazon Channel.
The verdict
Saving Private Ryan stands out as one of the better-rated English films around at the moment. It carries an 8.2/10 on TMDB across 17,795 ratings — comfortably clear of the pack. At 169 minutes, it asks for a real chunk of your night. In the UK you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video, Paramount Plus, Paramount+ Amazon Channel.
Should you spend 2h 49m on it?
2h 49m of English war with a drama streak, not one for younger kids. That score holds across 17,795 ratings, so it's about as safe as this week's list gets.
- Why
- It rates 8.2/10 across 17,795 ratings — among the strongest scores on this week's list, and settled enough to trust.
- Skip if
- you don't have a clear three hours
- Best for
- A free weekend evening
Story
As U.S. troops storm the beaches of Normandy, three brothers lie dead on the battlefield, with a fourth trapped behind enemy lines. Ranger captain John Miller and seven men are tasked with penetrating German-held territory and bringing the boy home.
Good to know
| Runtime | 2h 49m — long |
| Watch with family? | 15 · Older kids & up |
| Genre | War / Drama |
| Language | English |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Steven Spielberg
Cast
Where to watch in the UK
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 22 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.
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