The Postman
“The year is 2013. One man walked in off the horizon and hope came with him.”
In 2013, there are no highways, no I-ways, no dreams of a better tomorrow, only scattered survivors across what was once the United States. Into this apocalyptic wasteland comes an enigmatic drifter with a mule, a knack for Shakespeare, and something yet undiscovered: the power to inspire hope.
Where to watch The Postman in United States
Amazon Video
Apple TV Store
Google Play Movies
YouTube
Fandango At HomeClick a service to open The Postman there. Availability last verified on June 23, 2026.
Where is The Postman 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, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| Canada | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| Australia | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Germany | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| France | Molotov TV | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Canal VOD |
| Spain | AMC Channels Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| Brazil | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Japan | Hulu, U-NEXT, HBO Max on U-Next | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
About The Postman
The Postman is a 1997 English-language science fiction, adventure and action film directed by Kevin Costner. The cast is led by Kevin Costner, Will Patton, Larenz Tate. It has a runtime of 2h 58m. Viewers rate it 6.3/10 across 1200 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
The Postman was produced by Tig Productions and Warner Bros. Pictures and made in United States of America. It was released on December 25, 1997, and carries a R certification. Made on a budget of about $80 million, it went on to gross $18 million worldwide.
- Director
- Kevin Costner
- Writers
- Brian Helgeland, Eric Roth
- Release date
- December 25, 1997
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- R
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Budget
- $80 million
- Box office
- $18 million
- Production
- Tig Productions, Warner Bros. Pictures
The Postman cast & crew
The Postman was directed by Kevin Costner and written by Brian Helgeland and Eric Roth.
The cast features Kevin Costner as The Postman, Will Patton as Bethlehem, Larenz Tate as Ford, Olivia Williams as Abby, James Russo as Idaho, and Daniel von Bargen as Sheriff Briscoe.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by James Newton Howard, cinematography is by Stephen F. Windon, and it was produced by Kevin Costner and Steve Tisch.
Is The Postman worth watching?
The Postman holds an audience score of 6.3/10 from 1,202 ratings, a solidly received science fiction films.
At 2h 58m, it's a full-evening commitment.
If you enjoy science fiction, adventure, and action, The Postman is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch The Postman
The Postman 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.
Streaming rights change country by country and month by month, so the options above reflect United States today — switch your country at the top of the where-to-watch section to see availability elsewhere.
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Cast of The Postman
Kevin Costner
The Postman
Will Patton
Bethlehem
Larenz Tate
Ford
Olivia Williams
Abby
James Russo
Idaho
Daniel von Bargen
Sheriff Briscoe
Tom Petty
Bridge City Mayor
Scott Bairstow
Luke
Giovanni Ribisi
Bandit #20
Roberta Maxwell
Irene March
Joe Santos
Getty
Ron McLarty
Old George
The Postman — FAQs
▸Where can I watch The Postman in United States?
The Postman 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 Postman in?
The Postman is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is The Postman?
The Postman runs 2 hours 58 minutes (178 minutes).
▸What is The Postman rated?
The Postman is rated R. It holds a 6.3/10 audience score from 1,202 ratings.
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