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Hatari!

1962·Movie·U·157 min·6.8(267)

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Where to watch Hatari! in United States

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Where is Hatari! streaming around the world?

CountryStreaming onRent / Buy
United StatesAmazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, HooplaAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies
IndiaAmazon Video
United KingdomApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies
CanadaApple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube
AustraliaApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies
GermanyWOW, Sky Go, Wow Fiction Amazon ChannelApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Sky Store
FranceMolotov TVApple TV Store, Canal VOD, Orange VOD
SpainApple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Google Play Movies
JapanAmazon Video, FOD
South KoreaWatcha

About Hatari!

Hatari! is a 1962 English-language adventure, comedy and action film directed by Howard Hawks. The cast is led by John Wayne, Hardy Krüger, Elsa Martinelli. It has a runtime of 2h 37m. Viewers rate it 6.8/10 across 300 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Hoopla.

Hatari! was produced by Paramount Pictures and Malabar and made in United States of America. It was released on June 19, 1962, and carries a U certification.

Director
Howard Hawks
Writers
Harry Kurnitz, Leigh Brackett
Release date
June 19, 1962
Original language
English
Age rating
U
Status
Released
Country
United States of America
Production
Paramount Pictures, Malabar
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Hatari! cast & crew

Hatari! was directed by Howard Hawks and written by Harry Kurnitz and Leigh Brackett.

The cast features John Wayne as Sean Mercer, Hardy Krüger as Kurt Muller, Elsa Martinelli as Anna Maria 'Dallas' D'Allesandro, Red Buttons as Pockets, Gérard Blain as Charles 'Chips' Maurey, and Bruce Cabot as Little Wolf (aka "The Indian").

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Henry Mancini, cinematography is by Russell Harlan, and it was produced by Howard Hawks and Paul Helmick.

Is Hatari! worth watching?

Hatari! holds an audience score of 6.8/10 from 267 ratings, a solidly received adventure films.

At 2h 37m, it's a full-evening commitment.

If you enjoy adventure, comedy, and action, Hatari! is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch Hatari!

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Cast of Hatari!

John Wayne

John Wayne

Sean Mercer

Hardy Krüger

Hardy Krüger

Kurt Muller

Elsa Martinelli

Elsa Martinelli

Anna Maria 'Dallas' D'Allesandro

Red Buttons

Red Buttons

Pockets

Gérard Blain

Gérard Blain

Charles 'Chips' Maurey

Bruce Cabot

Bruce Cabot

Little Wolf (aka "The Indian")

Michèle Girardon

Michèle Girardon

Brandy de la Court

Valentin de Vargas

Valentin de Vargas

Luis Francisco Garcia Lopez

Eduard Franz

Eduard Franz

Doctor Sanderson

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Jon Chevron

Joseph (uncredited)

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Sam Harris

Man in Store (uncredited)

Cathy Lewis

Cathy Lewis

Radio Operator (voice) (uncredited)

Hatari! — FAQs

Where can I watch Hatari! in United States?

Hatari! is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Hoopla in United States.

Is Hatari! on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Hatari! is currently available on Amazon Prime Video in United States.

What language is Hatari! in?

Hatari! is originally in English, with audio tracks including English, Swahili, Spanish. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is Hatari!?

Hatari! runs 2 hours 37 minutes (157 minutes).

What is Hatari! rated?

Hatari! is rated U. It holds a 6.8/10 audience score from 267 ratings.

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