

Days of Thunder
“You can't outrun the thunder.”
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.
Where to watch Days of Thunder in United States
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Where is Days of Thunder streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| India | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| United Kingdom | Netflix, Paramount Plus, Sky Go, Now TV Cinema | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Canada | Netflix, Paramount Plus, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, Netflix Standard with Ads | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| Australia | Paramount Plus, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Basic with Ads | JustWatch TV, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Germany | Paramount Plus, Sky Go, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, Wow Fiction Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| France | Paramount Plus, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, Paramount Plus Premium | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Canal VOD |
| Spain | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Amazon Video |
| Brazil | Mercado Play | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Japan | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
About Days of Thunder
Days of Thunder is a 1990 English-language adventure, action and drama film directed by Tony Scott. The cast is led by Tom Cruise, Robert Duvall, Nicole Kidman. It has a runtime of 1h 47m. Viewers rate it 6.4/10 across 1700 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Paramount Plus Premium.
Days of Thunder was produced by Paramount Pictures and Don Simpson/Jerry Bruckheimer Films and made in United States of America. It was released on June 27, 1990, and carries a PG-13 certification. Made on a budget of about $60 million, it went on to gross $158 million worldwide.
- Director
- Tony Scott
- Writers
- Robert Towne, Tom Cruise
- Release date
- June 27, 1990
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- PG-13
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Budget
- $60 million
- Box office
- $158 million
- Production
- Paramount Pictures, Don Simpson/Jerry Bruckheimer Films
Days of Thunder cast & crew
Days of Thunder was directed by Tony Scott and written by Robert Towne and Tom Cruise.
The cast features 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 Michael Rooker as Rowdy Burns.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Hans Zimmer, cinematography is by Ward Russell, and it was produced by Don Simpson and Jerry Bruckheimer.
Is Days of Thunder worth watching?
Days of Thunder holds an audience score of 6.4/10 from 1,718 ratings, a solidly received adventure films.
At 1h 47m, it's a standard feature-length watch.
If you enjoy adventure, action, and drama, Days of Thunder is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Days of Thunder
In United States, you can stream Days of Thunder on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, and Paramount+ Amazon Channel, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Click any service above to open it directly.
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Cast of Days of Thunder

Tom Cruise
Cole Trickle

Robert Duvall
Harry Hogge

Nicole Kidman
Dr. Claire Lewicki

Randy Quaid
Tim Dalander

Cary Elwes
Russ Wheeler

Michael Rooker
Rowdy Burns

Fred Thompson
Big John

John C. Reilly
Buck Bretherton

J.C. Quinn
Waddle

Don Simpson
Aldo Bennedetti

Caroline Williams
Jennie Burns

Michael Burgess
Young Doctor
Days of Thunder — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Days of Thunder in United States?
Days of Thunder is streaming on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential in United States.
▸Is Days of Thunder on fuboTV?
Yes — Days of Thunder is currently available on fuboTV in United States.
▸What language is Days of Thunder in?
Days of Thunder is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Days of Thunder?
Days of Thunder runs 1 hours 47 minutes (107 minutes).
▸What is Days of Thunder rated?
Days of Thunder is rated PG-13. It holds a 6.4/10 audience score from 1,718 ratings.











