The Hunter
During his long career, bounty hunter Ralph "Papa" Thorson has caught over 5,000 criminals. Now, while he is working on apprehending fugitives in Illinois, Texas and Nebraska, he himself is being hunted by a psychotic killer.
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Frequently asked questions about The Hunter
Where can I watch The Hunter in the United States?
The Hunter is available to stream on Hoopla 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 The Hunter for free?
The Hunter streams free with ads in the United States on Hoopla. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for The Hunter?
The Hunter scores 5.9 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Hunter?
The Hunter stars Steve McQueen, Eli Wallach, Kathryn Harrold, LeVar Burton, and Ben Johnson. Buzz Kulik is the director.
How long is The Hunter?
The Hunter runs 1h 33m (93 minutes).
When did The Hunter come out?
The Hunter was released on August 1, 1980.
Which studio made The Hunter?
The Hunter was produced by Paramount Pictures and Rastar 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.