The Hunter
"He's not as fast as he used to be... That's what makes him human. He's a bounty hunter... And that's what makes him dangerous."
Originally released in 1980. The Hunter is a thriller/action film. directed by Buzz Kulik.
Starring Steve McQueen, Eli Wallach, and Kathryn Harrold
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 1, 1980
45 years ago
Runtime
1h 33m
93 minutes total
User Rating
5.9/10
Mixed (148 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Steve McQueen
as Ralph "Papa" Thorson
Eli Wallach
as Ritchie Blumenthal
Kathryn Harrold
as Dorothy ("Dotty")
LeVar Burton
as Tommy Price
Ben Johnson
as Sheriff John Strong
Richard Venture
as Pete Spota
Tracey Walter
as Rocco Mason
Thomas Rosales Jr.
as Anthony "Tony" Bernardo
Teddy Wilson
as Winston Blue
Bill Hart
as Security Guard
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Paramount Pictures
- Rastar Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Hunter about?
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 h...
Who directed The Hunter?
The Hunter was directed by Buzz Kulik.
How long is The Hunter?
The Hunter has a runtime of 1 hours and 33 minutes (93 minutes total).
When was The Hunter released?
The Hunter was released on August 1, 1980 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Hunter?
The main cast of The Hunter includes Steve McQueen, Eli Wallach, Kathryn Harrold, LeVar Burton, Ben Johnson.
Is The Hunter worth watching?
The Hunter has a user rating of 5.9/10 based on 148 reviews, indicating mixed reception from audiences.