Where to Watch Challenger (1990) in the US

What it's about

This film profiles the astronauts, crew, and civilians who were involved in the January 28, 1986 flight of the space shuttle Challenger, that resulted in its explosion 73 seconds after takeoff. Center point of the film is the safety inspections and arguments surrounding the use of the o-rings that ultimately were blamed for the explosion. Film is lent authenticity by being filmed at the Johnson Space Center in Texas.

Cast and crew

Director

Glenn Jordan

Writer

George Englund

Starring

Karen Allen, Barry Bostwick, Julie Fulton

Details

Release date

Feb 25, 1990

Language

English

Country

United States

Awards

Won 1 Primetime Emmy. 1 win & 1 nomination total

Where to Watch Challenger (1990) in the US — common questions

Where to watch Challenger in the United States?

Challenger is available free with a participating library card, to rent, or to buy in the United States. Watch the movie free with a participating library card on hoopla. Rent the movie on Apple TV Store (HD), Fandango at Home (HD), Prime Video (HD), and Spectrum On Demand (HD). Buy the movie on Prime Video (HD).

Can I stream Challenger or do I have to rent it in the United States?

Rent the movie on Apple TV Store (HD), Fandango at Home (HD), Prime Video (HD), and Spectrum On Demand (HD). Buy the movie on Prime Video (HD).

Can I watch Challenger for free in the United States?

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