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Days of Thunder (1990)

โ€œYou can't outrun the thunder.โ€

6.4/10 ยท 1,807 votes 1h 47m pg-13 ActionAdventureDrama

#43 of 69 films from 1990 #1245 of 2168 in action

Directed by Tony Scott ยท Written by Robert Towne, Tom Cruise

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Overview

Talented but unproven stock car driver Cole Trickle gets a break and with the guidance of veteran Harry Hogge turns heads on the track. The young hotshot develops a rivalry with a fellow racer that threatens his career when the two smash their cars. But with the help of his doctor, Cole just might overcome his injuries-- and his fear.

Cast

Tom Cruiseas Cole Trickle
Robert Duvallas Harry Hogge
Nicole Kidmanas Dr. Claire Lewicki
Randy Quaidas Tim Dalander
Cary Elwesas Russ Wheeler
Michael Rookeras Rowdy Burns
Fred Thompsonas Big John
John C. Reillyas Buck Bretherton
J.C. Quinnas Waddle
Don Simpsonas Aldo Bennedetti
Caroline Williamsas Jennie Burns
Michael Burgessas Young Doctor
Gerald R. Molenas Dr. Wilhaire
Donna W. Scottas Darlene

Facts

Release dateJune 27, 1990
Runtime107 min (1h 47m) โ€” about the same as the 1990 average of 104 min
GenresAction, Adventure, Drama
LanguageEN
Budget$60,000,000
Box office$157,920,733 (2.6ร— budget)
IMDbtt0099371

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Questions

How long is Days of Thunder?
Days of Thunder runs 107 minutes (1h 47m).
Is Days of Thunder worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.4/10 across 1,807 votes, which places it #43 of 69 films released in 1990 in this index (top 39%) and #1245 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed Days of Thunder?
Days of Thunder was directed by Tony Scott. Other well-rated titles by the same director: True Romance (1993), Man on Fire (2004), Crimson Tide (1995).
Who stars in Days of Thunder?
Tom Cruise as Cole Trickle; Robert Duvall as Harry Hogge; Nicole Kidman as Dr. Claire Lewicki; Randy Quaid as Tim Dalander; Cary Elwes as Russ Wheeler; Michael Rooker as Rowdy Burns.
What is Days of Thunder rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Days of Thunder?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/8161.

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