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The Hitcher at a glance
The Hitcher is a 1986 horror and action film, running 1h 38m. Its current release status is “Released”. Age rating: 18 in the United Kingdom.
In the United Kingdom it is listed on Shudder and Shudder Amazon Channel.
Rated 18 in the United Kingdom — intended for adults. Expect the themes and content that rating covers.
All key facts8
- Type
- Feature film
- Released
- 1986-01-17
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Genres
- Horror, Action, Thriller
- Director
- Robert Harmon
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- TMDB rating
- 7.0 / 10 · 1,137 votes
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Synopsis
Feature filmOn a stormy night, young Jim, who transports a luxury car from Chicago to California to deliver it to its owner, feeling tired and sleepy, picks up a mysterious hitchhiker, who has appeared out of nowhere, thinking that a good conversation will help him not to fall asleep. He will have enough time to deeply regret such an unmeditated decision.
Cast
14 names
Rutger HauerJohn Ryder
C. Thomas HowellJim Halsey
Jennifer Jason LeighNash
Jeffrey DeMunnCaptain Esteridge
Billy Green BushTrooper Donner
John M. JacksonSergeant Starr
Henry DarrowTrooper Hancock
Jon Van NessTrooper Hapscomb
Jack ThibeauTrooper Prestone
Armin ShimermanInterrogation Sergeant
Gene DavisTrooper Dodge
Tony EpperTrooper Conners
Tom SpratleyProprietorColin CampbellConstruction Man
Questions about The Hitcher
Quick answersWhere can I watch The Hitcher in the United Kingdom?
In the United Kingdom, The Hitcher is listed on Shudder, Shudder Amazon Channel. Use the country selector above the facts to see another market — streaming rights differ by country.
Is The Hitcher suitable for children?
The Hitcher is rated 18 in the United Kingdom. That rating covers the themes and content levels set by the local classifier, so use it together with your own judgement for younger viewers.
Is The Hitcher on PelisPlus UK?
The Hitcher has a full discovery page on PelisPlus UK with its synopsis, cast, ratings and runtime. PelisPlus UK does not host video files; playback opens the third-party player sources configured by the site operator.
What is The Hitcher about?
On a stormy night, young Jim, who transports a luxury car from Chicago to California to deliver it to its owner, feeling tired and sleepy, picks up a mysterious hitchhiker, who has appeared out of nowhere, thinking that a good conversation will help him not to fall asleep. He will have enough time to deeply regret…
How long is The Hitcher?
The Hitcher runs for 1h 38m. The certification and runtime come from TMDB and can differ by region.
Can I watch the The Hitcher trailer?
Yes. Press Watch trailer to play The Hitcher (1986) Original Trailer [FHD] without leaving this page. The trailer is embedded from YouTube.
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