MyCinema has not rated The Hunter for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a thriller, action, and comedy film. It is rated PG in the United States.

Where can I watch The Hunter in the US?

The Hunter is free on Hoopla and can be rented from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and 2 more in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.

How long is The Hunter?

The Hunter runs 1 hour 33 minutes (93 minutes).

Is The Hunter suitable for kids?

The Hunter is rated PG in the United States, which means parental guidance is advised. It may suit older children with an adult, but it is not made for young ones.

TMDB19801h 33mThriller / Action / Comedy

The Hunter

Name: The Hunter
Genre: Thriller, Action, Comedy
Released: 1980-08-01
Duration: 93 min

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.

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.

TMDB audience score

Based on 163 votes

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Availability in the US

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United States listings · Refreshed 13 Oct 2026. More horror to watch in the US

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The Hunter at a glance

Worked out from the film's TMDB record and its United States provider listings. These are facts about the data, not a review.

Runtime

Standard length · 1h 33m

At 1h 33m it sits between 90 minutes and two hours.

Genres

Thriller · Action · Comedy

TMDB files it under thriller, action, and comedy.

US availability

1 free · 5 to rent · 5 to buy

Not listed on a subscription service. Free or ad-supported on Hoopla. Listed to rent from 5 stores. Listed to buy from 5 stores.

TMDB audience score

5.9 / 10 on TMDB

TMDB users rate it 5.9 out of 10 across 163 votes, a mixed audience score. That is a moderate sample of voters.

Why watch The Hunter tonight

It is a regular evening's length at 1h 33m.
It is free to watch on Hoopla in the US.
There is a trailer on this page if you want a look first.

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Questions about The Hunter

Is The Hunter scary?: MyCinema has not rated The Hunter for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a thriller, action, and comedy film. It is rated PG in the United States.
Where can I watch The Hunter in the US?: The Hunter is free on Hoopla and can be rented from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and 2 more in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.
How long is The Hunter?: The Hunter runs 1 hour 33 minutes (93 minutes).
Is The Hunter suitable for kids?: The Hunter is rated PG in the United States, which means parental guidance is advised. It may suit older children with an adult, but it is not made for young ones.