The Challenge (1986): cast, story & where to watch
1986 · Series · ★ 9
Released in 1986, The Challenge is an action & adventure and drama series.
What it’s about. The story of the 1983 America's Cup challenge, where the Australian team financed by business tycoon Alan Bond, finally wrests the cup from the New York Yacht Club, after an unbroken 132 year winning streak.
Who’s in it. The Challenge stars John Wood as Alan Bond, Lorraine Bayly as Eileen Bond, Nicholas Hammond as Dennis Conner and Richard Moir as John Bertrand, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, The Challenge sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Challenge page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Challenge tend to enjoy Rick and Morty, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, Attack on Titan and Attack on Titan: No Regrets.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Challenge (1986)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Challenge change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Challenge worth watching?
- The Challenge holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action & adventure and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Challenge?
- The Challenge stars John Wood, Lorraine Bayly, Nicholas Hammond, Richard Moir and John Diedrich.
- When was The Challenge released?
- The Challenge was released in 1986.