# Where to watch Fighting 17: The Jolly Rogers (1990) in the UK

> Fighting 17: The Jolly Rogers (1990) is available to watch free in the UK on Tubi TV. Last verified on 16 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1990  
**Runtime:** 52 minutes  
**Genres:** Documentary, War  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 16 May 2026 (2026-05-16T13:10:31.769Z)  

## Synopsis

This is the story of Navy squadron VF-17, the amazing Jolly Rogers. Flying their beloved "Hogs," the F4U-1 Corsair, they cleared the skies of 154 Japanese planes in 76 days of combat over the Solomon Islands. While never losing a bomber to enemy attack, Fighting 17 destroyed the heart of Japanese fighter command over Bougainville and Rabaul paving the way for the Allied advance in the Pacific. As related by the squadron's skipper, Tom Blackburn, and four of his men, the events of 1943-44 are enhanced by splendid film footage, personal photographs, and the memories of those who were there. This is the true story, the excitement, the agony, humor and sadness of a legendary tour of duty that will never be forgotten as long as pilots take to the air in combat.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Tubi TV](https://tubitv.com/search/Fighting%2017%3A%20The%20Jolly%20Rogers)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Fighting 17: The Jolly Rogers for free in the UK?**

Fighting 17: The Jolly Rogers (1990) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on Tubi TV in the United Kingdom.

**Is Fighting 17: The Jolly Rogers on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Fighting 17: The Jolly Rogers is not currently included with any major UK subscription service. It may still be available to rent or buy.

**How accurate is this film's availability data?**

Availability is sourced from The Movie Database (TMDB), which in turn pulls from JustWatch. Listings are refreshed daily. For purchase decisions, the provider's own site is the source of truth.

## Sources

- Streaming availability: The Movie Database (TMDB), refreshed daily.
- Underlying licensing data: JustWatch.
- Canonical URL: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/983958/fighting-17-the-jolly-rogers-1990
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/aRcrzljRyPX2Stu24UGRTEljG6v.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/983958/fighting-17-the-jolly-rogers-1990.json

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