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The Rider (2018)
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Once a rising star of the rodeo circuit, and a gifted horse trainer, young cowboy Brady is warned that his riding days are over after a horse crushed his skull at a rodeo. In an attempt to regain control of his own fate, Brady undertakes a search for a new identity and what it means to be a man in the heartland of the United States.
Cast
Brady Jandreauas Brady Blackburn
Tim Jandreauas Wayne Blackburn
Lilly Jandreauas Lilly Blackburn
Cat Cliffordas Cat Clifford
Terri Dawn Pourieras Terri Dawn Pourier
Lane Scottas Lane Scott
Tanner Langdeauas Tanner Langdeau
James Calhoonas James Calhoon
Derrick Janisas Victor Chasing Hawk
Greg Barberas Bar Owner
Steven DeWolfeas Fourth Rodeo Cowboy
Leroy Pourieras Frank
Frank Steeleas Miles
Allen Reddyas Bill
Facts
| Release date | March 28, 2018 |
| Runtime | 103 min (1h 43m) — about the same as the 2018 average of 107 min |
| Genres | Drama, Western |
| Language | EN |
| IMDb | tt6217608 |
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Questions
How long is The Rider?
The Rider runs 103 minutes (1h 43m).
Is The Rider worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.3/10 across 577 votes, which places it #68 of 328 films released in 2018 in this index (top 80%) and #1245 among 3759 drama titles.
Who directed The Rider?
The Rider was directed by Chloé Zhao. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Hamnet (2025), Nomadland (2021), Eternals (2021).
Who stars in The Rider?
Brady Jandreau as Brady Blackburn; Tim Jandreau as Wayne Blackburn; Lilly Jandreau as Lilly Blackburn; Cat Clifford as Cat Clifford; Terri Dawn Pourier as Terri Dawn Pourier; Lane Scott as Lane Scott.
What is The Rider rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Rider?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/86921.