# Where to watch Checkpoint (1987) in the UK

> Checkpoint (1987) is not currently on UK subscription streaming. It can also be rented from Amazon Video or bought from Amazon Video. Last verified on 3 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1987  
**Runtime:** 91 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 9.0/10  
**Genres:** Drama  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 3 May 2026 (2026-05-03T19:28:38.143Z)  

## Synopsis

A busload of College students, returning to Michigan from a Canadian field trip, is stopped at the US border at the time of the Iranian hostage crisis. The group includes a number of Iranian passengers, divided along ideological lines, whose debates about policy and politics soon lead to a full-scale confrontation.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

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

### Buy (digital download)

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

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Checkpoint in the UK?**

Checkpoint (1987) is not currently included in any UK subscription service. It is available to rent on Amazon Video and buy on Amazon Video in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent Checkpoint?**

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 Checkpoint?**

Yes. Checkpoint 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 Checkpoint on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Checkpoint is not currently included with any major UK subscription service. It may still be available to rent or buy.

**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/735925/checkpoint-1987
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/zOv62JjaDQHoJgKruKb3aeMkJPO.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/735925/checkpoint-1987.json

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