# 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.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1979  
**Runtime:** 93 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 5.9/10  
**Genres:** Drama, History, War  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 3 May 2026 (2026-05-03T18:45:49.329Z)  

## Synopsis

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.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [Cultpix](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/10841-steiner-das-eiserne-kreuz-teil-ii/watch?locale=GB)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Breakthrough)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=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.

**How accurate is this film's availability data?**

Availability is sourced from The Movie Database (TMDB), which in turn pulls from JustWatch. Listings are refreshed daily. For purchase decisions, the provider's own site is the source of truth.

## Sources

- Streaming availability: The Movie Database (TMDB), refreshed daily.
- Underlying licensing data: JustWatch.
- Canonical URL: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/10841/breakthrough-1979
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/n0XQXNSbDsHaJYHwuPPa8IfjmBY.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/10841/breakthrough-1979.json

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