Challenger

1990·Movie
2h 20min
60
DecentGoodWatch score

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High energy, strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Tense and thrilling

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension8
  • Adrenaline7
  • Fast Pace6

Heart

Nostalgic and cathartic

  • Nostalgia9
  • Catharsis8
  • Pathos7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Satire & Parody3
  • Cringe Humor2

World

History, a real life story, and politics

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout characters

  • Intrigue9
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking

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About

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 arguments surrounding the use of the o-rings that ultimately were blamed for the explosion.
Disaster DocudramaSpace Exploration TragedyTechnical MalfunctionPolitical InvestigationO-Ring FailureHuman Cost of AmbitionNASA Cover-UpChallenger CrewEighties Nostalgia

Crew

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Challenger

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Challenger legally?

You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla and Fandango at Home Free. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Challenger worth watching?

60
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 61/100 (IMDb 5.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is Challenger?

2 h 20 min

Challenger runs 2 h 20 min.

Is Challenger based on a true story?

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

What language is Challenger in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Challenger?

7CAFRNLUSESAUNZ

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Challenger in 7 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Challenger use?

Happily Ever BeforeHistorical Beauty UpdateDeveloping Doomed CharactersVehicle TitleApple for TeacherIgnored ExpertForegone Conclusion

TV Tropes lists 7 storytelling tropes for Challenger, including Happily Ever Before, Historical Beauty Update, Developing Doomed Characters.

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