Continental Divide
“When they met they heard bells. And that was just round one.”
A hard-nosed Chicago journalist has an unlikely love affair with an eagle researcher.
Where to watch Continental Divide in United States
Can I watch Continental Divide in United States? Continental Divide isn't on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
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Where is Continental Divide streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| India | — | Amazon Video |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Canada | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Australia | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| France | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
About Continental Divide
Continental Divide is a 1981 English-language comedy and romance film directed by Michael Apted. The cast is led by John Belushi, Blair Brown, Allen Garfield. It has a runtime of 1h 43m. Viewers rate it 6.1/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
Continental Divide was produced by Universal Pictures and Amblin Entertainment and made in United States of America. It was released on September 18, 1981, and carries a PG certification. At the box office it grossed around $16 million worldwide.
- Director
- Michael Apted
- Writers
- Lawrence Kasdan
- Release date
- September 18, 1981
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- PG
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Box office
- $16 million
- Production
- Universal Pictures, Amblin Entertainment
Continental Divide cast & crew
Continental Divide was directed by Michael Apted and written by Lawrence Kasdan.
The cast features John Belushi as Ernie Souchak, Blair Brown as Nell Porter, Allen Garfield as Howard McDermott, Carlin Glynn as Sylvia, Tony Ganios as Max Bernbaum, and Val Avery as Yablonowitz.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Michael Small, cinematography is by John Bailey, and it was produced by Steven Spielberg and Bernie Brillstein.
Is Continental Divide worth watching?
Continental Divide holds an audience score of 6.1/10 from 131 ratings, a solidly received comedy films.
At 1h 43m, it's a standard feature-length watch.
If you enjoy comedy and romance, Continental Divide is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Continental Divide
Continental Divide isn't on a subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube.
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Cast of Continental Divide
John Belushi
Ernie Souchak
Blair Brown
Nell Porter
Allen Garfield
Howard McDermott
Carlin Glynn
Sylvia
Tony Ganios
Max Bernbaum
Val Avery
Yablonowitz
Liam Russell
Deke Lewis
Everett Smith
Fiddle
Bill Henderson
Train Conductor
Bruce Jarchow
Hellinger
Eddie Schwartz
Jimmy
Harold Holmes
Mr. Feeney
Continental Divide — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Continental Divide in United States?
Continental Divide is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.
▸What language is Continental Divide in?
Continental Divide is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Continental Divide?
Continental Divide runs 1 hours 43 minutes (103 minutes).
▸What is Continental Divide rated?
Continental Divide is rated PG. It holds a 6.1/10 audience score from 131 ratings.
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