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Skyward

7.119801h 40mNRMovieDramaFamilyTV Movie

Billie Dupree is a flight instructor at an old Texas airport. When a young girl in a wheelchair finds the airport by watching gliders fly, she decides she wants to learn how to fly. Dupree teaches her to fly with some special controls…

DirectorRon Howard
WritersAnson Williams·Nancy Sackett
ProducersAnson Williams·Ron Howard

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Not available in United States
Streaming in 1 other country

Skyward isn't on any streaming service in United States right now, but it's available in Poland. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by Ron Howard

BDBette Davis
Bette Davis
Billie Dupree
HHHoward Hesseman
Howard Hesseman
Koup Trenton
SBSuzy Barbieri
Suzy Barbieri
Julie Ward
MRMarion Ross
Marion Ross
Natalie Ward
CGClu Gulager
Clu Gulager
Steve Ward
BMBen Marley
Ben Marley
Scott Billings
LWLisa Whelchel
Lisa Whelchel
Lisa Ward
IHIrma P. Hall
Irma P. Hall
Mrs. Sinclair
MW
Mark Wheeler
Mr. Olsen
JFJessie Lee Fulton
Jessie Lee Fulton
Secretary
BTBill Thurman
Bill Thurman
Pilot #1
RHRance Howard
Rance Howard
Pilot #2

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Skyward — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Skyward?

Skyward isn't on any streaming service in United States yet, but it's available in Poland. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is Skyward on Netflix?

No, Skyward is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026.

Is Skyward on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Skyward isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now.

Where can I watch Skyward for free?

Skyward isn't streaming in United States yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

Is there a sequel to Skyward?

Yes — Skyward is followed by Skyward Christmas (1981) in the Skyward Collection.

Is there a prequel to Skyward?

Skyward is the first film in the Skyward Collection.

Is Skyward part of a trilogy?

No — Skyward is part of the Skyward Collection, which has 2 films.

How many movies are in the Skyward Collection?

There are 2 films in the Skyward Collection: Skyward (1980) and Skyward Christmas (1981).