Tex
After their mother dies and their father leaves them, teenage brothers Tex and Mason McCormick struggle to make it on their own.
Where to watch Tex in United States
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Where is Tex streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| Canada | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Australia | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Japan | — | FOD |
About Tex
Tex is a 1982 English-language drama film directed by Tim Hunter. The cast is led by Matt Dillon, Jim Metzler, Meg Tilly. 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.
Tex was produced by Walt Disney Productions and made in United States of America. It was released on July 30, 1982, and carries a PG certification. Made on a budget of about $5 million, it went on to gross $7 million worldwide.
- Director
- Tim Hunter
- Writers
- Charles S. Haas, Tim Hunter
- Release date
- July 30, 1982
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- PG
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Budget
- $5 million
- Box office
- $7 million
- Production
- Walt Disney Productions
Tex cast & crew
Tex was directed by Tim Hunter and written by Charles S. Haas and Tim Hunter.
The cast features Matt Dillon as Tex McCormick, Jim Metzler as Mason McCormick, Meg Tilly as Jamie Collins, Bill McKinney as Pop McCormick, Frances Lee McCain as Mrs. Johnson, and Ben Johnson as Cole Collins.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Pino Donaggio, cinematography is by Ric Waite, and it was produced by Tim Zinnemann and Ron Miller.
Is Tex worth watching?
Tex holds an audience score of 6.1/10 from 59 ratings, a solidly received drama films.
At 1h 43m, it's a standard feature-length watch.
If you enjoy drama, Tex is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Tex
Tex 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 Tex
Matt Dillon
Tex McCormick
Jim Metzler
Mason McCormick
Meg Tilly
Jamie Collins
Bill McKinney
Pop McCormick
Frances Lee McCain
Mrs. Johnson
Ben Johnson
Cole Collins
Emilio Estevez
Johnny Collins
Jack Thibeau
Coach Jackson
Željko Ivanek
Hitchhiker
Tom Virtue
Bob Collins
Pamela Ludwig
Connie
Jeff Fleury
Roger
Tex — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Tex in United States?
Tex 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 Tex in?
Tex is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Tex?
Tex runs 1 hours 43 minutes (103 minutes).
▸What is Tex rated?
Tex is rated PG. It holds a 6.1/10 audience score from 59 ratings.
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