# Where to watch Skeleton Coast (1988) in the UK

> Skeleton Coast (1988) is available to watch free in the UK on Tubi TV. Last verified on 7 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1988  
**Runtime:** 98 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 4.6/10  
**Genres:** Action, Thriller  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 7 May 2026 (2026-05-07T20:22:15.969Z)  

## Synopsis

A retired Army colonel attempts to rescue his imprisoned son in this action packed thriller. To save his CIA operative son from terrorists, Col. Smith (Ernest Borgnine) and a group of mercenaries head to war-torn Angola's Skeleton Coast, where they must infiltrate an armed compound run by a sadistic East German officer before Smith's son is tortured to death. Robert Vaughn, Oliver Reed and Herbert Lom costar.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Tubi TV](https://tubitv.com/search/Skeleton%20Coast)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Skeleton Coast for free in the UK?**

Skeleton Coast (1988) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on Tubi TV in the United Kingdom.

**Is Skeleton Coast on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Skeleton Coast 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/81351/skeleton-coast-1988
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/q2SuLSGuuVepGwJkkM0Gw2t2u9A.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/81351/skeleton-coast-1988.json

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