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The Sunchaser

1996·Movie·R·122 min·6.3(113)

I drop you. I could care less.

A young half-Navajo convict dying of cancer forces a yuppie doctor to drive him to a magic healing lake.

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Where to watch The Sunchaser in United States

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Where is The Sunchaser streaming around the world?

CountryStreaming onRent / Buy
United StatesPlex, Tubi TVApple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube
United KingdomApple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube
CanadaDisney Plus, Tubi TVApple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube
AustraliaDisney Plus, Tubi TVApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies
GermanyNetzkino
FranceMolotov TV
BrazilDisney Plus
JapanDisney Plus
South KoreaDisney Plus

About The Sunchaser

The Sunchaser is a 1996 English-language drama and crime film directed by Michael Cimino. The cast is led by Woody Harrelson, Jon Seda, Anne Bancroft. It has a runtime of 2h 2m. Viewers rate it 6.3/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Plex, Tubi TV.

The Sunchaser was produced by Regency Enterprises, Appledown Films Inc., and Joseph S. Vecchio Entertainment and made in United States of America. It was released on May 29, 1996, and carries a R certification. Made on a budget of about $31 million, it went on to gross $0 million worldwide.

Director
Michael Cimino
Writers
Charles Leavitt
Release date
May 29, 1996
Original language
English
Age rating
R
Status
Released
Country
United States of America
Budget
$31 million
Box office
$0 million
Production
Regency Enterprises, Appledown Films Inc., Joseph S. Vecchio Entertainment
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The Sunchaser cast & crew

The Sunchaser was directed by Michael Cimino and written by Charles Leavitt.

The cast features Woody Harrelson as Dr. Michael Reynolds, Jon Seda as Brandon 'Blue' Monroe, Anne Bancroft as Dr. Renata Baumbauer, Alexandra Tydings as Victoria Reynolds, Matt Mulhern as Dr. Chip Byrnes, and Talisa Soto as Navajo Woman.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Maurice Jarre, cinematography is by Douglas Milsome, and it was produced by Joseph S. Vecchio and Joseph M. Caracciolo.

Is The Sunchaser worth watching?

The Sunchaser holds an audience score of 6.3/10 from 113 ratings, a solidly received drama films.

At 2h 2m, it's a standard feature-length watch.

If you enjoy drama and crime, The Sunchaser is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch The Sunchaser

In United States, you can stream The Sunchaser on Plex and Tubi TV, or rent and buy it on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Click any service above to open it directly.

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Cast of The Sunchaser

Woody Harrelson

Woody Harrelson

Dr. Michael Reynolds

Jon Seda

Jon Seda

Brandon 'Blue' Monroe

Anne Bancroft

Anne Bancroft

Dr. Renata Baumbauer

Alexandra Tydings

Alexandra Tydings

Victoria Reynolds

Matt Mulhern

Matt Mulhern

Dr. Chip Byrnes

Talisa Soto

Talisa Soto

Navajo Woman

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Richard Bauer

Dr. Bradford

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Victor Aaron

Webster Skyhorse

Lawrence Pressman

Lawrence Pressman

Agent in Charge Collier

Michael O'Neill

Michael O'Neill

Agent Moreland

Harry Carey, Jr.

Harry Carey, Jr.

Cashier

Carmen Dell'Orefice

Carmen Dell'Orefice

Arabella Reynolds

The Sunchaser — FAQs

Where can I watch The Sunchaser in United States?

The Sunchaser is streaming on Plex, Tubi TV in United States.

Is The Sunchaser on Plex?

Yes — The Sunchaser is currently available on Plex in United States.

What language is The Sunchaser in?

The Sunchaser is originally in English, with audio tracks including English, Navajo. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is The Sunchaser?

The Sunchaser runs 2 hours 2 minutes (122 minutes).

What is The Sunchaser rated?

The Sunchaser is rated R. It holds a 6.3/10 audience score from 113 ratings.

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