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The Challenger Disaster

5.720191h 38mPGMovieDramaHistory

On the eve of the Challenger explosion in 1986 one engineer goes to the extreme to stop the launch. This hot-headed engineer makes a desperate race against the clock to call off the billion dollar multi-delayed Challenger launch, convinced…

DirectorNathan VonMinden
WriterNathan VonMinden

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Cast · Directed by Nathan VonMinden

EHEric Hanson
Eric Hanson
Adam
DCDean Cain
Dean Cain
Larry Arnold (Lawyer)
GMGlenn Morshower
Glenn Morshower
Finch Richards (Lawyer)
LMLes Miles
Les Miles
Nelson
JGJesse GrothOlson
Jesse GrothOlson
Jim Smorto
EW
Erika Waldorf
Teacher Astronaut
BP
Brandi Price
Mary
BAB.J. Arnett
B.J. Arnett
Dr. Sally Ride
CACameron Arnett
Cameron Arnett
Bill
GNGarry Nation
Garry Nation
Dean
ATAsh T
Ash T
Carl
PB
Pamela Billedo
Vicky

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The Challenger Disaster — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Challenger Disaster?

The Challenger Disaster is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, History Vault and The Roku Channel in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Challenger Disaster on Netflix?

No, The Challenger Disaster is not on Netflix in United States as of November 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and History Vault.

Is The Challenger Disaster on Amazon Prime Video?

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

Where can I watch The Challenger Disaster for free?

The Challenger Disaster is available to stream free (with ads) on The Roku Channel and Amazon Prime Video Free in United States.

Is The Challenger Disaster based on a true story?

Yes — The Challenger Disaster is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).