The Deer Hunter
“One of the most important and powerful films of all time!”
Three steelworkers enlist in the army and are sent to Vietnam, one leaving behind a rushed marriage, the others a shared love. What they encounter during the war changes their lives forever.
Where to watch The Deer Hunter in United States
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Where is The Deer Hunter streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| India | — | Amazon Video |
| United Kingdom | Studiocanal Presents Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| Canada | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, FlixFling |
| Australia | HBO Max, HBO Max Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Germany | Thrillbox Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| France | MUBI, Sooner, Molotov TV, MUBI Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Canal VOD |
| Spain | Amazon Prime Video, Movistar Plus+ Ficción Total , Filmin, FlixOlé | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Google Play Movies |
| Brazil | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| Japan | U-NEXT | Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, FOD |
About The Deer Hunter
The Deer Hunter is a 1978 English-language drama and war film directed by Michael Cimino. The cast is led by Robert De Niro, Christopher Walken, John Cazale. It has a runtime of 3h 3m. Viewers rate it 8.0/10 across 4300 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
The Deer Hunter was produced by Universal Pictures and EMI Films and made in United Kingdom and United States of America. It was released on December 8, 1978, and carries a R certification. Made on a budget of about $15 million, it went on to gross $49 million worldwide.
- Director
- Michael Cimino
- Writers
- Deric Washburn, Quinn K. Redeker, Michael Cimino
- Release date
- December 8, 1978
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- R
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Budget
- $15 million
- Box office
- $49 million
- Production
- Universal Pictures, EMI Films
The Deer Hunter cast & crew
The Deer Hunter was directed by Michael Cimino and written by Deric Washburn, Quinn K. Redeker, and Michael Cimino.
The cast features Robert De Niro as Michael Vronsky, Christopher Walken as Nikanor "Nick" Chevotarevich, John Cazale as Stan, John Savage as Steven Pushkov, Meryl Streep as Linda, and George Dzundza as John.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Stanley Myers, cinematography is by Vilmos Zsigmond, and it was produced by Barry Spikings and John Peverall.
Is The Deer Hunter worth watching?
The Deer Hunter holds an audience score of 8.0/10 from 4,259 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed drama films.
At 3h 3m, it's a full-evening commitment.
If you enjoy drama and war, The Deer Hunter is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch The Deer Hunter
The Deer Hunter 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 The Deer Hunter
Robert De Niro
Michael Vronsky
Christopher Walken
Nikanor "Nick" Chevotarevich
John Cazale
Stan
John Savage
Steven Pushkov
Meryl Streep
Linda
George Dzundza
John
Rutanya Alda
Angela
Pierre Segui
Julien
Amy Wright
Bridesmaid
Richard Kuss
Linda's Father
Joe Grifasi
Bandleader
Dennis Watlington
Cab Driver
The Deer Hunter — FAQs
▸Where can I watch The Deer Hunter in United States?
The Deer Hunter 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 The Deer Hunter in?
The Deer Hunter is originally in English, with audio tracks including English, French, Russian, Vietnamese. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is The Deer Hunter?
The Deer Hunter runs 3 hours 3 minutes (183 minutes).
▸What is The Deer Hunter rated?
The Deer Hunter is rated R. It holds a 8.0/10 audience score from 4,259 ratings.
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