# Where to watch Reaching for the Skies (1988) in the UK

> Reaching for the Skies (1988) is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 12 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** TV series  
**Year:** 1988  
**Runtime:** 60 minutes per episode  
**TMDB rating:** 9.0/10  
**Genres:** Documentary  
**Seasons:** 1  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 12 May 2026 (2026-05-12T16:12:50.535Z)  

## Synopsis

Reaching for the Skies was an aviation documentary TV series made by BBC Pebble Mill in association with CBS Fox. The first episode was transmitted in the United Kingdom on 12 September 1988 and in the US in 1989.

Narrated by British actor Anthony Quayle, and by Robert Vaughn for its American and International releases, It was divided into 12 programs. The series producer was Ivan Rendall. Music used was mainly sourced from KPM Musichouse.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

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## Frequently asked questions

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