Thunder Road movie poster

Thunder Road

1958 · 1h 32m · Released

NR Crime, Action, Thriller

Unrepentant Tennessee moonshine runner Luke Doolin makes dangerous high-speed deliveries for his liquor-producing father, Vernon, but won't let his younger brother Robin join the family business. Under pressure from both out-of-town gangster Kogan, who wants a piece of the local action, and Treasury agent Barrett, who wants to destroy the moonshine business, Luke fights for his fast-fading way of life.

Ratings

Based on audience scores
6.0 The Movie Database
N/A IMDb
N/A Rotten Tomatoes
N/A Metacritic

Where to stream Thunder Road

Streaming now in the United States on Amazon Prime Video, ScreenPix Apple TV channel, Hoopla, Fawesome, and Tubi TV.

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Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video.

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Trailers and promos

Thunder Road (1958) Original Trailer [FHD]
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Robert Mitchum sings The Ballad of Thunder Road

Top cast and crew

Arthur Ripley Director
Robert Mitchum Lucas Doolin
Gene Barry Troy Barrett
Jacques Aubuchon Carl Kogan
Keely Smith Francie Wymore
Trevor Bardette Vernon Doolin
Sandra Knight Roxanna Ledbetter
James Mitchum Robin Doolin
BH Betsy Holt Mary Barrett (uncredited)
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Frequently asked questions about Thunder Road

Where can I watch Thunder Road in the United States?

Thunder Road is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, ScreenPix Apple TV channel, Hoopla, Fawesome, and Tubi TV in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.

Is Thunder Road on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes. Thunder Road is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in the United States, alongside ScreenPix Apple TV channel, Hoopla, Fawesome, and Tubi TV.

Can I watch Thunder Road for free?

Thunder Road streams free with ads in the United States on Hoopla, Fawesome, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, and Tubi TV. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.

What are the ratings for Thunder Road?

Thunder Road scores 6.0 on The Movie Database.

Who stars in Thunder Road?

Thunder Road stars Robert Mitchum, Gene Barry, Jacques Aubuchon, Keely Smith, and Trevor Bardette. Arthur Ripley is the director.

How long is Thunder Road?

Thunder Road runs 1h 32m (92 minutes).

When did Thunder Road come out?

Thunder Road was released on May 10, 1958.

Which studio made Thunder Road?

Thunder Road was produced by D.R.M. Productions in the United States.

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.

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