Blue Thunder
Los Angeles, California. Officer Murphy, a veteran Metropolitan Police helicopter pilot suffering from severe trauma due to his harsh experiences during the Vietnam War, and Lymangood, his resourceful new partner, are tasked with testing an advanced and heavily armed experimental chopper known as Blue Thunder.
Where to stream Blue Thunder
Streaming now in the United States on Amazon Prime Video, The Roku Channel, and YouTube Free.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
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Frequently asked questions about Blue Thunder
Where can I watch Blue Thunder in the United States?
Blue Thunder is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, The Roku Channel, and YouTube Free in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is Blue Thunder on Amazon Prime Video?
Yes. Blue Thunder is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in the United States, alongside The Roku Channel and YouTube Free.
Can I watch Blue Thunder for free?
Blue Thunder streams free with ads in the United States on The Roku Channel and YouTube Free. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for Blue Thunder?
Blue Thunder scores 6.3 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Blue Thunder?
Blue Thunder stars Roy Scheider, Warren Oates, Candy Clark, Daniel Stern, and Paul Roebling. John Badham is the director.
How long is Blue Thunder?
Blue Thunder runs 1h 50m (110 minutes).
When did Blue Thunder come out?
Blue Thunder was released on February 5, 1983.
Which studio made Blue Thunder?
Blue Thunder was produced by Rastar Productions and Columbia Pictures in the United States.
What was the budget for Blue Thunder?
Blue Thunder was made on a budget of $22,000,000.
How much did Blue Thunder make at the box office?
Blue Thunder grossed $42,313,354 worldwide, against a budget of $22,000,000.
Ratings and metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked October 2026.