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Distant Thunder

5.819881h 54mRMovieDrama

A troubled Vietnam war vet deserts his wife and child shortly after he returns from the war. He returns after 10 years, where he's been living like an animal in the forest. He finds himself unprepared for the changes that he will have to…

DirectorRick Rosenthal
WritersRobert Stitzel·Deedee Wehle
ProducersRobert Schaffel·Richard L. O'Connor

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YouTube TVYouTube TV
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Cast · Directed by Rick Rosenthal

Ralph Macchio
Ralph Macchio
Jack Lambert
John Lithgow
John Lithgow
Mark Lambert
Kerrie Keane
Kerrie Keane
Char
Reb Brown
Reb Brown
Harvey Nitz
Janet Margolin
Janet Margolin
Barbara Lambert
Tom Bower
Tom Bower
Louis
Jamey Sheridan
Jamey Sheridan
Moss
Denis Arndt
Denis Arndt
Larry
Michael Currie
Michael Currie
Coach Swabey
Robyn Stevan
Robyn Stevan
Holly
Denalda Williams
Denalda Williams
Jeanette
John Kelly
John Kelly
Andy

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Distant Thunder — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Distant Thunder?

Distant Thunder is streaming on YouTube TV in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Distant Thunder on Netflix?

No, Distant Thunder is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026. It's currently on YouTube TV.

Is Distant Thunder on Amazon Prime Video?

Distant Thunder isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Distant Thunder for free?

Distant Thunder is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla in United States.