Harsh Times
Jim Davis is an ex-Army Ranger who finds himself slipping back into his old life of petty crime after a job offer from the LAPD evaporates. His best friend is pressured by his girlfriend Sylvia to find a job, but Jim is more interested in hanging out and making cash from small heists, while trying to get a law enforcement job so he can marry his Mexican girlfriend.
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Frequently asked questions about Harsh Times
Where can I watch Harsh Times in the United States?
Harsh Times is available to stream on Fawesome, The Roku Channel, Fandango at Home Free, and YouTube Free 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 Harsh Times for free?
Harsh Times streams free with ads in the United States on Fawesome, The Roku Channel, Fandango at Home Free, and YouTube Free. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for Harsh Times?
Harsh Times scores 6.4 on The Movie Database, 6.8 on IMDb, 55% on Rotten Tomatoes, and 71 on Metacritic.
Who stars in Harsh Times?
Harsh Times stars Christian Bale, Freddy Rodríguez, Eva Longoria, Chaka Forman, and Tammy Trull. David Ayer is the director.
How long is Harsh Times?
Harsh Times runs 1h 56m (116 minutes).
When did Harsh Times come out?
Harsh Times was released on September 11, 2005.
Which studio made Harsh Times?
Harsh Times was produced by Andrea Sperling Productions, Bauer Martinez Studios, and Crave Films in the United States.
What was the budget for Harsh Times?
Harsh Times was made on a budget of $2,000,000.
How much did Harsh Times make at the box office?
Harsh Times grossed $6,000,000 worldwide, against a budget of $2,000,000.
What languages is Harsh Times in?
Harsh Times is in English, Spanish, and Korean, 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.