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The Challenger Disaster

2019·Movie
1h 38min·PG
IMDb5.9Rotten Tomatoes92%78%

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The Challenger Disaster fingerprint

High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Tense and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Tension8
  • Fast Pace8
  • Adrenaline7

Heart

Moving and cathartic

  • Pathos7
  • Catharsis7
  • Melancholy6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Dark Humor3
  • Cringe Humor2

World

Everyday modern life, society, and politics

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Standout performances

  • Acting8
  • Intrigue8
  • Direction7

Style

Standout editing

  • Editing8
  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

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About

The most tragic disaster in American space history... and they saw it coming.

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 the O-ring seals will fail and kill everyone on board. The Company, Marshall Space Flight and NASA made a business decision. He made a human decision.
Based on True EventsEngineering DisasterTense ThrillerDavid vs. GoliathCorporate MalfeasanceEthical DilemmaPolitical IntrigueMan vs. System

Crew

Directed by:
Nathan VonMinden
Written by:
Nathan VonMinden
Produced by:
B.J. Arnett

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The Challenger Disaster

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Challenger Disaster legally?

PrimeThe RokuHistory VaultAmazon Prime Video Free with AdsTubi TVAmazon MX Player

The Challenger Disaster is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, History Vault, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Tubi TV, and Amazon MX Player. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Challenger Disaster worth watching?

78
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 78/100 (IMDb 5.9 and Rotten Tomatoes 92%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Challenger Disaster rated?

PG

It's rated PG in the United States.

How long is The Challenger Disaster?

1 h 38 min

The Challenger Disaster runs 1 h 38 min.

Is The Challenger Disaster based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Challenger Disaster?

Critics92
Audiences69

Not quite. Critics rate The Challenger Disaster higher (92) than audiences (69). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is The Challenger Disaster in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Challenger Disaster?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Challenger Disaster in 30 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Challenger Disaster use?

Cruel and Unusual DeathAbsurdly Elderly FatherOld ShameReal-Person EpilogueBittersweet Ending

TV Tropes lists 5 storytelling tropes for The Challenger Disaster, including Cruel and Unusual Death, Absurdly Elderly Father, Old Shame.