# Where to watch Once Upon a Wheel (1971) in the UK

> Once Upon a Wheel (1971) is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 3 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** TV series  
**Year:** 1971  
**TMDB rating:** 7.3/10  
**Seasons:** 1  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 3 May 2026 (2026-05-03T22:21:45.151Z)  

## Synopsis

Once Upon a Wheel is a 1971 ABC television documentary on the history of auto racing. It was hosted by Paul Newman and was directed and produced by David Winters.

A racing enthusiast, Newman narrated this hour long documentary on the history of auto racing. Joining Newman was Mario Andretti, Kirk Douglas, Hugh Downs, Dean Martin, Cesar Romero, Dick Smothers and many others.

TV Guide featured an article on the program as well as Newman on the cover in the April 17, 1971 issue. The film was released to home video by Monterey Media.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

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## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Once Upon a Wheel in the UK?**

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**Is Once Upon a Wheel on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

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## Sources

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- Canonical URL: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/tv/21041/once-upon-a-wheel-1971
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- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/tv/21041/once-upon-a-wheel-1971.json

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