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Days of Thunder
PG-13

Days of Thunder

You can't outrun the thunder.

1990 • 107 min • Adventure · Action · Drama

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Synopsis

Talented but unproven stock car driver Cole Trickle gets a break and with the guidance of veteran Harry Hogge turns heads on the track. The young hotshot develops a rivalry with a fellow racer that threatens his career when the two smash their cars. But with the help of his doctor, Cole just might overcome his injuries-- and his fear.

Our family guide

Best from age 12
64
Movie Knight Score
1775 reviews
  • 64 Audience · 1775 · 100%

Talented but brash stock car driver Cole Trickle is guided by veteran crew chief Harry Hogge, quickly becoming a top racer. He develops an intense rivalry with another driver, leading to dramatic crashes and injuries. With the help of a doctor, Cole must overcome both physical challenges and his own fear to get back on the track.

Violence & peril
5/10
Language
3/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking
3/10
Romance & sensuality
3/10
Scary moments
4/10

Heads up

  • Intense car crashes with some injuries shown
  • Mild language and some suggestive moments
  • Characters are seen drinking alcohol and smoking

What it models well

  • Overcoming challenges
  • Teamwork and mentorship
  • Facing your fears

Talk about it after

  • The dangers and excitement of professional racing
  • Dealing with rivalries and competition
  • The importance of good sportsmanship

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Top billed cast

Director: Tony Scott • Crew: Robert Towne, Robert Towne, Tom Cruise

Trailers & clips

Days of Thunder (1990) Original Trailer [FHD]

The Golden Hour: Making of "Days of Thunder" (Full)

Trailer 2

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Details

TMDB audience
6.4/10 (1,775)
Age rating
PG-13
Status
Released
Budget
$60,000,000
Box office
$157,920,733
Franchise
Days of Thunder Colletion
IMDb
tt0099371

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