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American Flyers

American Flyers

Two brothers challenge the road. And life itself.

When Dr. Marcus Sommers realizes that he and his troubled, estranged brother David may be prone a fatal brain disease that runs in their family, he decides to make peace with his sibling, and invites him on a trip to the Rockies. There, the brothers bond over their shared enthusiasm for cycling and decide to enter a grueling bike race through the mountains. However, Marcus' health soon begins to fail, and David must compete without his brother at his side.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: American Flyers
  • Genres: Drama
  • Release Date: 1985-08-16
  • Runtime: 113 minutes
  • Rating: 6.2/10 (117 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $1,400,000
  • Production Companies: WW Production, Warner Bros. Pictures
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.8363
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Kevin Costner

Kevin Costner

as Marcus Sommers

David Marshall Grant

David Marshall Grant

as David

Rae Dawn Chong

Rae Dawn Chong

as Sarah

Alexandra Paul

Alexandra Paul

as Becky

Janice Rule

Janice Rule

as Mrs. Sommers

Luca Bercovici

Luca Bercovici

as Muzzin

Robert Townsend

Robert Townsend

as Jerome

John Amos

John Amos

as Dr. Conrad

Jennifer Grey

Jennifer Grey

as Leslie

Doi Johnson

Doi Johnson

as Randolph

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Trailers & Clips

American Flyers (1985) Original Trailer [HD]

American Flyers - Trailer

External Links

Keywords

sportsbicyclecyclingbicycle race

Frequently Asked Questions

What is American Flyers?

American Flyers is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1985-08-16.

Who are the main actors in American Flyers?

The main cast includes Kevin Costner, David Marshall Grant, Rae Dawn Chong, Alexandra Paul, Janice Rule, .

Where can I watch American Flyers online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if American Flyers is available.

Is American Flyers based on a true story?

Two brothers challenge the road. And life itself.

What is the IMDb rating of American Flyers?

American Flyers has an IMDb rating of 6.2/10 based on 117 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of American Flyers?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $1,400,000 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for American Flyers?

The soundtrack was composed by WW Production, Warner Bros. Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was American Flyers filmed?

American Flyers was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is American Flyers?

The total runtime of American Flyers is 113 minutes.

Is American Flyers suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to American Flyers?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to American Flyers.

Does American Flyers have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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