Jacknife
A conflict develops between a troubled Vietnam veteran and the sister he lives with when she becomes involved romantically with the army buddy who reminds him of the tragic battle they both survived.
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Streaming now in the United States on Fandango at Home Free, Plex, 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 Jacknife
Where can I watch Jacknife in the United States?
Jacknife is available to stream on Fandango at Home Free, Plex, 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 Jacknife for free?
Jacknife streams free with ads in the United States on Fandango at Home Free, Plex, and Tubi TV. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for Jacknife?
Jacknife scores 6.4 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Jacknife?
Jacknife stars Robert De Niro, Kathy Baker, Ed Harris, Ivar Brogger, and Jordan Lund. David Hugh Jones is the director.
How long is Jacknife?
Jacknife runs 1h 42m (102 minutes).
When did Jacknife come out?
Jacknife was released on October 5, 1989.
Which studio made Jacknife?
Jacknife was produced by Cineplex-Odeon Films, Kings Road Entertainment, and Sandollar-Schaffel 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.