1986 · movie · PG · 1h 30m
Flight of the Navigator
David Freeman is eight years late for dinner, and his family wants to know why. But David's got an absolutely fantastic excuse.
Is Flight of the Navigator on Netflix?
No. Flight of the Navigator (1986) is not on Netflix in the US right now. You can stream it on Disney+.
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12-year-old David is accidentally knocked out in the forest near his home, but when he awakens eight years have passed. His family is overjoyed to have him back, but is just as perplexed as he is that he hasn't aged. When a NASA scientist discovers a UFO nearby, David gets the chance to unravel the mystery and recover the life he lost.
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How we got to 68.8
Critic and audience ratings set the number. Popularity, Top 10 position and recency can only lift it, never sink it. Full method.
| Signal | Value | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| TMDB | 7.0/10 | 100% of base score |
| Popularity | 29 | none |
Flight of the Navigator: common questions
Is Flight of the Navigator on Netflix?
No. Flight of the Navigator (1986) is not on Netflix in the US right now. You can stream it on Disney+.
Where can I watch Flight of the Navigator?
Flight of the Navigator (1986) is included with a Disney+ subscription in the US.
Is Flight of the Navigator worth watching?
It scores 68.8/100 on our blended rating, which puts it in B-tier: worth it.
How long is Flight of the Navigator?
Flight of the Navigator runs 1h 30m (90 minutes).
What is Flight of the Navigator rated?
Flight of the Navigator is rated PG in the US.
Who is in Flight of the Navigator?
Flight of the Navigator stars Joey Cramer, Paul Reubens, Veronica Cartwright, Cliff DeYoung.
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Availability last verified September 22, 2026. Ratings from TMDB. Streaming data from JustWatch via TMDB.