Race for the Yankee Zephyr (1981) film poster — UK streaming guide

Where to watch Race for the Yankee Zephyr (1981) in the UK

Race for the Yankee Zephyr (1981) 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 15 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

Finding it after four decades is quite a challenge…. but holding onto it is really an adventure!

In a lake high in the mountains of New Zealand hunter Gibbie Gibson discovers a plane wreck from WW2. When he tells it around, a gang of crooks follows and threatens him and his daughter, because they know there are 50 million dollars in the wreck. Helicopter pilot Barney helps Gibbie against them, risking his life thereby.

  • Film
  • 1981
  • 108 min
  • ★ 5.9/10 TMDB
  • Action
  • Adventure

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Cast & crew

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DirectorDavid Hemmings
WriterEverett De Roche

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Race for the Yankee Zephyr — frequently asked questions

Where can I stream Race for the Yankee Zephyr in the UK?

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How much does it cost to rent Race for the Yankee Zephyr?

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Can I buy a digital copy of Race for the Yankee Zephyr?

Yes. Race for the Yankee Zephyr 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 Race for the Yankee Zephyr on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?

Race for the Yankee Zephyr is currently included with: Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads.

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