The Wraith
Packard Walsh and his motorized gang control and terrorize an Arizona desert town where they force drivers to drag-race so they can 'win' their vehicles. After Walsh beats the decent teenager Jamie Hankins to death after finding him with his girlfriend, a mysterious power creates Jake Kesey, an extremely cool motor-biker who has a car which is invincible. Jake befriends Jamie's girlfriend Keri Johnson, takes Jamie's sweet brother Bill under his wing and manages what Sheriff Loomis couldn't; eliminate Packard's criminal gang the hard way...
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Streaming now in the United States on Amazon Prime Video, Philo, MovieSphere+ Amazon Channel, Hoopla, Fawesome, and The Roku Channel.
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Frequently asked questions about The Wraith
Where can I watch The Wraith in the United States?
The Wraith is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, Philo, MovieSphere+ Amazon Channel, Hoopla, Fawesome, and The Roku Channel in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is The Wraith on Amazon Prime Video?
Yes. The Wraith is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in the United States, alongside Philo, MovieSphere+ Amazon Channel, Hoopla, Fawesome, and The Roku Channel.
Can I watch The Wraith for free?
The Wraith streams free with ads in the United States on Hoopla, Fawesome, The Roku Channel, and Fandango at Home Free. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for The Wraith?
The Wraith scores 6.4 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Wraith?
The Wraith stars Charlie Sheen, Nick Cassavetes, Sherilyn Fenn, Randy Quaid, and Matthew Barry. Mike Marvin is the director.
How long is The Wraith?
The Wraith runs 1h 33m (93 minutes).
When did The Wraith come out?
The Wraith was released on October 1, 1986.
Which studio made The Wraith?
The Wraith was produced by New Century Entertainment Corporation, Alliance Entertainment, and Turbo Productions in the United States and Canada.
What was the budget for The Wraith?
The Wraith was made on a budget of $2,700,000.
How much did The Wraith make at the box office?
The Wraith grossed $3,500,000 worldwide, against a budget of $2,700,000.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.