Distant Thunder
A hero of war. A casualty of peace, With only one hope for survival...his son.
A troubled Vietnam war vet deserts his wife and child shortly after he returns from the war. He returns after 10 years, where he's been living like an animal in the forest. He finds himself unprepared for the changes that he will have to cope with, and when the vet tries to contact his son, he realizes that he has caused more damage than he had imagined.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Distant Thunder
- Genres: Drama
- Release Date: 1988-11-11
- Runtime: 114 minutes
- Rating: 5.6/10 (16 votes)
- Budget: $8,000,000
- Revenue: $156,188
- Production Companies: Paramount Pictures
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 1.0722
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Ralph Macchio
as Jack Lambert
John Lithgow
as Mark Lambert
Kerrie Keane
as Char
Reb Brown
as Harvey Nitz
Janet Margolin
as Barbara Lambert
Tom Bower
as Louis
Jamey Sheridan
as Moss
Denis Arndt
as Larry
Michael Currie
as Coach Swabey
Robyn Stevan
as Holly
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Distant Thunder (1988) - Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Distant Thunder?▼
Distant Thunder is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1988-11-11.
Who are the main actors in Distant Thunder?▼
The main cast includes Ralph Macchio, John Lithgow, Kerrie Keane, Reb Brown, Janet Margolin, .
Where can I watch Distant Thunder online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Distant Thunder is available.
Is Distant Thunder based on a true story?▼
A hero of war. A casualty of peace, With only one hope for survival...his son.
What is the IMDb rating of Distant Thunder?▼
Distant Thunder has an IMDb rating of 5.6/10 based on 16 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Distant Thunder?▼
The movie had a production budget of $8,000,000 and earned $156,188 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Distant Thunder?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Paramount Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Distant Thunder filmed?▼
Distant Thunder was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Distant Thunder?▼
The total runtime of Distant Thunder is 114 minutes.
Is Distant Thunder suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Distant Thunder?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Distant Thunder.
Does Distant Thunder have a post-credit scene?▼
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