Thunderbirds
Thunderbirds is a 1960s British science-fiction television series which was produced using a mixed method of marionette puppetry and scale-model special effects termed "Supermarionation". The series is set in the 21st century and follows the exploits of International Rescue, a secret organization formed to save people in mortal danger with the help of technologically advanced land, sea, air and space vehicles and equipment, launched from a hidden base on Tracy Island in the South Pacific Ocean.
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Streaming now in the United States on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, Peacock Premium, Shout! Factory Amazon Channel, The Roku Channel, and Pluto TV.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video.
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Gerry Anderson Primer: Thunderbirds
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Frequently asked questions about Thunderbirds
Where can I watch Thunderbirds in the United States?
Thunderbirds is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, Peacock Premium, Shout! Factory Amazon Channel, The Roku Channel, and Pluto TV in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is Thunderbirds on Amazon Prime Video?
Yes. Thunderbirds is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in the United States, alongside fuboTV, Peacock Premium, Shout! Factory Amazon Channel, The Roku Channel, and Pluto TV.
Can I watch Thunderbirds for free?
Thunderbirds streams free with ads in the United States on The Roku Channel, Pluto TV, Shout! Factory TV, and Plex. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for Thunderbirds?
Thunderbirds scores 7.6 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Thunderbirds?
Thunderbirds stars Peter Dyneley, Shane Rimmer, Jeremy Wilkin, Matt Zimmerman, and David Graham. Gerry Anderson is the creator and Sylvia Anderson is the creator.
How many seasons of Thunderbirds are there?
Thunderbirds has 2 seasons and 32 episodes, and is ended.
How long does it take to watch all of Thunderbirds?
All 32 episodes of Thunderbirds add up to about 26 hours 40 minutes at roughly 50 minutes each. At two hours a night that is about 13 evenings; at four hours a day it takes about 7 days.
What network is Thunderbirds on?
Thunderbirds airs on Associated Television, and is produced by AP Films, Century 21 Productions, and ITC Entertainment.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; 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 September 2026.