Movie

Days of Thunder

“You can't outrun the thunder.”

★ 6.4(1,704)19901h 47m

Days of Thunder is streaming on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, MGM Plus and Philo in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, JustWatch TV and Spectrum On Demand. Availability checked 9 June 2026.

Good to know

Director: Tony Scott
Release date: 1990-06-27
Runtime: 1h 47m
Language: English
Box office: $157,920,733
Budget: $60,000,000
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Paramount Pictures

Days of Thunder — trailer

About Days of Thunder

Days of Thunder is a 1990 movie in the Adventure, Action and Drama genres, directed by Tony Scott, starring Tom Cruise, Robert Duvall and Nicole Kidman. It has a runtime of 1 hour 47 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.4/10 from 1,704 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Days of Thunder in United States — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

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 Cruise

Cole Trickle

Robert Duvall

Harry Hogge

Nicole Kidman

Dr. Claire Lewicki

Randy Quaid

Tim Dalander

Cary Elwes

Russ Wheeler

Michael Rooker

Rowdy Burns

Fred Thompson

Big John

John C. Reilly

Buck Bretherton

J.C. Quinn

Waddle

Don Simpson

Aldo Bennedetti

Caroline Williams

Jennie Burns

Michael Burgess

Young Doctor

Themes & keywords

underdogsportsstock car racingdaytonacar crashrivalryrevengeracingcrashrace car drivernascarracerstock carrecoveryphoenix, arizona

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Days of Thunder in United States?+

In United States, you can stream Days of Thunder on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, MGM Plus and Philo. It's also available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, JustWatch TV and Spectrum On Demand.

Is Days of Thunder on Netflix?+

Days of Thunder is not on Netflix in United States right now, but you can stream it on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, MGM Plus and Philo.

How long is Days of Thunder?+

Days of Thunder has a runtime of 1 hour 47 minutes (107 minutes).

Who stars in Days of Thunder?+

Days of Thunder stars Tom Cruise, Robert Duvall, Nicole Kidman, Randy Quaid and Cary Elwes.

When did Days of Thunder come out?+

Days of Thunder is a 1990 movie directed by Tony Scott.

What genre is Days of Thunder?+

Days of Thunder is Adventure, Action and Drama film.

Who directed Days of Thunder?+

Days of Thunder was directed by Tony Scott.