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The Hot Potato

6.120111h 36mPG-13MovieComedyCrime

The 'Hot Potato' is an exciting new British period ‘caper movie’, in the spirit of ‘The Italian Job’ and ‘Two Way Stretch’ and is based on real events which took place at the end of the 1960s in London’s East End.

DirectorTim Lewiston
WriterTim Lewiston
ProducersBernard De Dessus les Moustier·Gilles Waterkeyn

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Cast · Directed by Tim Lewiston

RWRay Winstone
Ray Winstone
Kenny
CMColm Meaney
Colm Meaney
Harry
JHJack Huston
Jack Huston
Danny
DHDavid Harewood
David Harewood
Harrison

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The Hot Potato — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Hot Potato?

The Hot Potato is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Hoopla and Fawesome in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Hot Potato on Netflix?

No, The Hot Potato is not on Netflix in United States as of November 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and Hoopla.

Is The Hot Potato on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — The Hot Potato is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in United States as of November 2026.

Where can I watch The Hot Potato for free?

The Hot Potato is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla and Fawesome in United States.