# Where to watch Battlestars (1981) in the UK

> Battlestars (1981) is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 3 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** TV series  
**Year:** 1981  
**Runtime:** 30 minutes per episode  
**TMDB rating:** 8.0/10  
**Seasons:** 2  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 3 May 2026 (2026-05-03T10:27:26.925Z)  

## Synopsis

Battlestars is an American game show that aired for two separate runs on NBC during the early 1980s. The show's first run aired from October 26, 1981 to April 23, 1982. An updated version–titled The New Battlestars–ran for 13 weeks, from April 4 to July 1, 1983.

Battlestars was produced by Merrill Heatter Productions, Heatter's first show produced without Bob Quigley.

The host was Alex Trebek and the announcers were Rod Roddy and Charlie Tuna.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

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## Frequently asked questions

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

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## Sources

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