The Sunset Limited
A deeply religious black ex-con thwarts the suicide attempt of an asocial white college professor who tries to throw himself in front of an oncoming subway train, 'The Sunset Limited.' As the one attempts to connect on a rational, spiritual and emotional level, the other remains steadfast in his hard-earned despair. Locked in a philosophical debate, both passionately defend their personal credos and try to convert the other.
Ratings
Based on audience scoresWhere to stream The Sunset Limited
Streaming now in the United States on HBO Max.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
Trailer
The Sunset: Limited Trailer (HBO Films)
Limelight
Discover, track, and enjoy the best movies and shows
Save what you want to watch, see where it streams, and get notified the moment it lands on a service you pay for. Ratings from IMDb, Rotten Tomatoes and Metacritic for every title, and recommendations that learn what you like. No ads.
iPhone
iPad
Mac
More like The Sunset Limited
Frequently asked questions about The Sunset Limited
Where can I watch The Sunset Limited in the United States?
The Sunset Limited is available to stream on HBO Max 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.
Is The Sunset Limited on HBO Max?
Yes. The Sunset Limited is streaming on HBO Max in the United States.
Can I watch The Sunset Limited for free?
Not free in the United States right now. The Sunset Limited needs a subscription to HBO Max, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
What are the ratings for The Sunset Limited?
The Sunset Limited scores 7.2 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Sunset Limited?
The Sunset Limited stars Tommy Lee Jones and Samuel L. Jackson. Tommy Lee Jones is the director.
How long is The Sunset Limited?
The Sunset Limited runs 1h 31m (91 minutes).
When did The Sunset Limited come out?
The Sunset Limited was released on February 12, 2011.
Which studio made The Sunset Limited?
The Sunset Limited was produced by HBO Films and The Javelina Film Company 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.