# Where to watch Hangar 18 (1980) in the UK

> Hangar 18 (1980) is currently available to stream in the UK on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. It can also be rented from Amazon Video or bought from Amazon Video. Last verified on 8 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1980  
**Runtime:** 97 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 5.2/10  
**Genres:** Action, Science Fiction, Thriller  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 8 May 2026 (2026-05-08T01:23:41.749Z)  

## Synopsis

During a Space Shuttle mission a satellite rams a unidentified flying object. The UFO afterwards performs an emergency landing in the deserts of Arizona. However the White House denies its existence because of the near presidential elections. The UFO is brought to the secret Hangar 18 and the accident is blamed on the incompetence of the astronauts Bancroff and Price. But the two fight against this and try to hunt down the UFO.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [Amazon Prime Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Hangar%2018&i=instant-video)
- [Amazon Prime Video with Ads](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Hangar%2018&i=instant-video)

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Plex](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/54287-hangar-18/watch?locale=GB)
- [Artiflix](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/54287-hangar-18/watch?locale=GB)
- [Pluto TV](https://pluto.tv/en-gb/search/Hangar%2018)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Hangar%2018&i=instant-video)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Hangar%2018&i=instant-video)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream Hangar 18 in the UK?**

Hangar 18 (1980) is currently included in subscriptions to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads 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 Hangar 18?**

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 Amazon Video so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of Hangar 18?**

Yes. Hangar 18 can be bought as a digital download from Amazon Video in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.

**Is Hangar 18 on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Hangar 18 is currently included with: Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads.

**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/54287/hangar-18-1980
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/kORjGwOggAmJb0r5l8xoapXiBTW.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/54287/hangar-18-1980.json

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