Where to watch Breakthrough (1979) in the UK
Breakthrough (1979) is currently available to stream in the UK on Cultpix. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store or bought from Apple TV Store. Last verified on 3 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.
Burton...Mitchum...Steiger...Enemies...Yet Allies In Combat With Destiny!
Starting in late May 1944, during the German retreat on the Eastern Front, Captain Stransky (Helmut Griem) orders Sergeant Steiner (Richard Burton) to blow up a railway tunnel to prevent Russian forces from using it. Steiner's platoon fails in its mission by coming up against a Russian tank. Steiner then takes a furlough to Paris just as the Allies launch their invasion of Normandy.
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Cast & crew
Top-billed cast in Breakthrough.
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Richard BurtonSergeant Steiner -
Rod SteigerGeneral Webster -
Robert MitchumColonel Rogers -
Véronique VendellYvette -
Werner PochathKeppel -
Klaus LöwitschKrüger -
Michael ParksSergeant Anderson -
Helmut GriemMajor Stransky
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Breakthrough — frequently asked questions
Where can I stream Breakthrough in the UK?
Breakthrough (1979) is currently included in subscriptions to Cultpix in the United Kingdom. Sign-in is required to play. Streaming licences change occasionally — ScreenSearch refreshes its data daily.
How much does it cost to rent Breakthrough?
Rental prices vary by service and tier (HD vs 4K), typically £3.49 to £5.99 in the UK for a 48-hour rental. ScreenSearch links you straight to Apple TV Store so you can check the current price.
Can I buy a digital copy of Breakthrough?
Yes. Breakthrough can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.
Is Breakthrough on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?
Breakthrough is currently included with: Cultpix.
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