Days of Thunder movie poster

Days of Thunder

1990 · 1h 47m · Released

PG-13 Adventure, Action, Drama

Talented but unproven stock car driver Cole Trickle gets a break and with the guidance of veteran Harry Hogge turns heads on the track. The young hotshot develops a rivalry with a fellow racer that threatens his career when the two smash their cars. But with the help of his doctor, Cole just might overcome his injuries-- and his fear.

Ratings

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

Where to stream Days of Thunder

Streaming now in the United States on fuboTV, Paramount Plus Premium, and YouTube Free.

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Rent or buy in the United States on JustWatch TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.

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Trailers and promos

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Days of Thunder (1990) Original Trailer [FHD]

Top cast and crew

Tony Scott Director
Tom Cruise Cole Trickle
Robert Duvall Harry Hogge
Nicole Kidman Dr. Claire Lewicki
Randy Quaid Tim Dalander
Cary Elwes Russ Wheeler
Michael Rooker Rowdy Burns
Fred Thompson Big John
John C. Reilly Buck Bretherton
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Frequently asked questions about Days of Thunder

Where can I watch Days of Thunder in the United States?

Days of Thunder is available to stream on fuboTV, Paramount Plus Premium, and YouTube Free in the United States, and to rent or buy on JustWatch TV, 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 Days of Thunder on Paramount Plus Premium?

Yes. Days of Thunder is streaming on Paramount Plus Premium in the United States, alongside fuboTV and YouTube Free.

Can I watch Days of Thunder for free?

Days of Thunder streams free with ads in the United States on YouTube Free. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.

What are the ratings for Days of Thunder?

Days of Thunder scores 6.4 on The Movie Database.

Who stars in Days of Thunder?

Days of Thunder stars Tom Cruise, Robert Duvall, Nicole Kidman, Randy Quaid, and Cary Elwes. Tony Scott is the director.

How long is Days of Thunder?

Days of Thunder runs 1h 47m (107 minutes).

When did Days of Thunder come out?

Days of Thunder was released on June 27, 1990.

Which studio made Days of Thunder?

Days of Thunder was produced by Paramount Pictures and Don Simpson/Jerry Bruckheimer Films in the United States.

What was the budget for Days of Thunder?

Days of Thunder was made on a budget of $60,000,000.

How much did Days of Thunder make at the box office?

Days of Thunder grossed $157,920,733 worldwide, against a budget of $60,000,000.

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.

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