The Hunger
Five-thousand-year-old vampire Miriam promises her lovers the gift of eternal life. When John, her cellist companion for centuries, discovers that he has suddenly begun growing old, he attempts to seek out the help of Dr. Sarah Roberts, a researcher on the mechanisms of aging.
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Streaming now in the United States on TCM, Hoopla, and Tubi TV.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
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Frequently asked questions about The Hunger
Where can I watch The Hunger in the United States?
The Hunger is available to stream on TCM, Hoopla, and Tubi TV 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.
Can I watch The Hunger for free?
The Hunger streams free with ads in the United States on Hoopla and Tubi TV. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for The Hunger?
The Hunger scores 6.7 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Hunger?
The Hunger stars Catherine Deneuve, David Bowie, Susan Sarandon, Cliff DeYoung, and Beth Ehlers. Tony Scott is the director.
How long is The Hunger?
The Hunger runs 1h 37m (97 minutes).
When did The Hunger come out?
The Hunger was released on April 29, 1983.
Which studio made The Hunger?
The Hunger was produced by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer and The Richard Shepherd Company in the United Kingdom and the United States.
What was the budget for The Hunger?
The Hunger was made on a budget of $10,000,000.
How much did The Hunger make at the box office?
The Hunger grossed $10,200,000 worldwide, against a budget of $10,000,000.
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.