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Challenger

6.519902h 20mMovieDramaTV Movie

A profile of the astronauts, crew, and civilians who were involved in the January 28, 1986 flight of the spaceship, Challenger, that resulted in its explosion upon takeoff. The center point of the film is the safety inspections and…

DirectorGlenn Jordan
WriterGeorge Englund
ProducersGeorge Englund Jr·Courtney Pledger

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Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Glenn Jordan

KAKaren Allen
Karen Allen
Christa McAuliffe
BBBarry Bostwick
Barry Bostwick
Commander Francis R. Scobee
JF
Julie Fulton
Dr. Judith A. Resnick
RJRichard Jenkins
Richard Jenkins
Gregory B. Jarvis
BKBrian Kerwin
Brian Kerwin
Captain Michael J. Smith
JMJoe Morton
Joe Morton
Dr. Ronald McNair
KYKeone Young
Keone Young
Lt. Colonel Ellison Onizuka
RBRaye Birk
Raye Birk
Joseph Kilminster
JB
James Monroe Black
Robert Mayfield
ABAngela Bassett
Angela Bassett
Cheryl McNair
EKElizabeth Kemp
Elizabeth Kemp
Jane Smith
JMJeanne Mori
Jeanne Mori
Lorna Onizuka

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Challenger — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Challenger?

Challenger is streaming on Hoopla in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Google Play Movies. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Challenger on Netflix?

No, Challenger is not on Netflix in United States as of November 2026. It's currently on Hoopla.

Is Challenger on Amazon Prime Video?

Challenger isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Challenger for free?

Challenger is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla in United States.