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The Hunter

The Hunter

He's not as fast as he used to be... That's what makes him human. He's a bounty hunter... And that's what makes him dangerous.

During his long career, bounty hunter Ralph "Papa" Thorson has caught over 5,000 criminals. Now, while he is working on apprehending fugitives in Illinois, Texas and Nebraska, he himself is being hunted by a psychotic killer.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Hunter
  • Genres: Thriller, Action, Comedy
  • Release Date: 1980-08-01
  • Runtime: 93 minutes
  • Rating: 5.9/10 (144 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Paramount Pictures, Rastar Productions
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 2.2421
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Steve McQueen

Steve McQueen

as Ralph "Papa" Thorson

Eli Wallach

Eli Wallach

as Ritchie Blumenthal

Kathryn Harrold

Kathryn Harrold

as Dorothy ("Dotty")

LeVar Burton

LeVar Burton

as Tommy Price

Ben Johnson

Ben Johnson

as Sheriff John Strong

Richard Venture

Richard Venture

as Pete Spota

Tracey Walter

Tracey Walter

as Rocco Mason

Thomas Rosales Jr.

Thomas Rosales Jr.

as Anthony "Tony" Bernardo

Teddy Wilson

Teddy Wilson

as Winston Blue

Bill Hart

Bill Hart

as Security Guard

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

The Hunter (1980) Original Trailer [HD]

External Links

Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Hunter?

The Hunter is a Thriller, Action, Comedy movie directed by . It was released on 1980-08-01.

Who are the main actors in The Hunter?

The main cast includes Steve McQueen, Eli Wallach, Kathryn Harrold, LeVar Burton, Ben Johnson, .

Where can I watch The Hunter online?

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

Is The Hunter based on a true story?

He's not as fast as he used to be... That's what makes him human. He's a bounty hunter... And that's what makes him dangerous.

What is the IMDb rating of The Hunter?

The Hunter has an IMDb rating of 5.9/10 based on 144 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Hunter?

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

Who composed the soundtrack for The Hunter?

The soundtrack was composed by Paramount Pictures, Rastar Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Hunter filmed?

The Hunter was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Hunter?

The total runtime of The Hunter is 93 minutes.

Is The Hunter suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to The Hunter?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Hunter.

Does The Hunter have a post-credit scene?

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

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