Movie

Breakdown

“It could happen to you.”

★ 6.9(1,101)19971h 33m

Breakdown is streaming on fuboTV, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Paramount+ Amazon Channel and MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. Availability checked 11 June 2026.

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Director: Jonathan Mostow
Release date: 1997-05-02
Runtime: 1h 33m
Language: English
Box office: $50,159,144
Budget: $36,000,000
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: The De Laurentiis Company

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About Breakdown

Breakdown is a 1997 movie in the Crime, Mystery and Thriller genres, directed by Jonathan Mostow, starring Kurt Russell, J.T. Walsh and Kathleen Quinlan. It has a runtime of 1 hour 33 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.9/10 from 1,101 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Breakdown in United States — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

On their cross-country drive, a married couple, Jeff and Amy Taylor, experience car trouble after their SUV breaks down. Stranded in the New Mexico desert, the two catch a break when a passing truck driver offers Amy a ride to a nearby café to call for help. Meanwhile, Jeff is able to fix the car and make his way to the café, but Amy isn't there. He tracks down the trucker ― who tells the police he's never seen Jeff or his wife before. Jeff then begins a desperate, frenzied search for Amy.

Cast

Kurt Russell

Jeff Taylor

J.T. Walsh

Warren 'Red' Barr

Kathleen Quinlan

Amy Taylor

M.C. Gainey

Earl

Jack Noseworthy

Billy

Rex Linn

Sheriff Boyd

Ritch Brinkley

Moira Sinise

Arleen Barr

Kim Robillard

Deputy Len Carver

Thomas Kopache

Calhoun

Jack McGee

Bartender

Vincent Berry

Deke Barr

Themes & keywords

californiachaseransomkidnappingbankparanoianew mexicohighwaybarndinervacationdeceptionroad tripdonutmurder

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Breakdown in United States?+

In United States, you can stream Breakdown on fuboTV, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Paramount+ Amazon Channel and MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel. It's also available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home.

Is Breakdown on Netflix?+

Breakdown is not on Netflix in United States right now, but you can stream it on fuboTV, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Paramount+ Amazon Channel and MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel.

How long is Breakdown?+

Breakdown has a runtime of 1 hour 33 minutes (93 minutes).

Who stars in Breakdown?+

Breakdown stars Kurt Russell, J.T. Walsh, Kathleen Quinlan, M.C. Gainey and Jack Noseworthy.

When did Breakdown come out?+

Breakdown is a 1997 movie directed by Jonathan Mostow.

What genre is Breakdown?+

Breakdown is Crime, Mystery, Thriller, Drama and Action film.

Who directed Breakdown?+

Breakdown was directed by Jonathan Mostow.