The Sheltering Sky
An American couple drift toward emptiness in postwar North Africa.
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Not on a subscription service in the United States yet. Rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
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Frequently asked questions about The Sheltering Sky
Where can I watch The Sheltering Sky in the United States?
The Sheltering Sky is not on a subscription streaming service in the United States at the moment, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
What are the ratings for The Sheltering Sky?
The Sheltering Sky scores 6.5 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Sheltering Sky?
The Sheltering Sky stars Debra Winger, John Malkovich, Campbell Scott, Jill Bennett, and Timothy Spall. Bernardo Bertolucci is the director.
How long is The Sheltering Sky?
The Sheltering Sky runs 2h 18m (138 minutes).
When did The Sheltering Sky come out?
The Sheltering Sky was released on October 25, 1990.
Which studio made The Sheltering Sky?
The Sheltering Sky was produced by Recorded Picture Company, Aldrich Group, and Film Trustees Ltd. in Italy and the United Kingdom.
What was the budget for The Sheltering Sky?
The Sheltering Sky was made on a budget of $25,000,000.
How much did The Sheltering Sky make at the box office?
The Sheltering Sky grossed $2,075,084 worldwide, against a budget of $25,000,000.
What languages is The Sheltering Sky in?
The Sheltering Sky is in Arabic, English, and French, and its original language is English.
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.