Days of Thunder(1990)
“You can't outrun the thunder.”
Overview
Talented but unproven stock car driver Cole Trickle gets a break and with the guidance of veteran Harry Hogge turns heads on the track. The young hotshot develops a rivalry with a fellow racer that threatens his career when the two smash their cars. But with the help of his doctor, Cole just might overcome his injuries-- and his fear.
Director
Tony Scott
Studio
Paramount Pictures
Budget
$60M
Revenue
$158M
Cast
Tom Cruise
as Cole Trickle
Robert Duvall
as Harry Hogge
Nicole Kidman
as Dr. Claire Lewicki
Randy Quaid
as Tim Dalander
Cary Elwes
as Russ Wheeler
Michael Rooker
as Rowdy Burns
Fred Thompson
as Big John
John C. Reilly
as Buck Bretherton
J.C. Quinn
as Waddle
Don Simpson
as Aldo Bennedetti
Caroline Williams
as Jennie Burns
Michael Burgess
as Young Doctor
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1990
Runtime
1h 47m
Language
English
Rating
6.4 / 10
Budget
$60M
Box Office
$158M
Production Companies
Paramount Pictures • Don Simpson/Jerry Bruckheimer Films
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Where can I watch Days of Thunder?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Days of Thunder (1990).
What is Days of Thunder about?▼
Talented but unproven stock car driver Cole Trickle gets a break and with the guidance of veteran Harry Hogge turns heads on the track. The young hotshot develops a rivalry with a fellow racer that threatens his career when the two smash their cars. But with the help of his doctor, Cole just might overcome his injuries-- and his fear.
Who directed Days of Thunder?▼
Days of Thunder was directed by Tony Scott and released in 1990. It is a adventure, action, drama film.
How long is Days of Thunder?▼
Days of Thunder has a runtime of 1 hours and 47 minutes (107 minutes total).
Who stars in Days of Thunder?▼
The cast of Days of Thunder includes Tom Cruise as Cole Trickle, Robert Duvall as Harry Hogge, Nicole Kidman as Dr. Claire Lewicki, Randy Quaid as Tim Dalander, Cary Elwes as Russ Wheeler and more.
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