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Distant Thunder

A hero of war. A casualty of peace, With only one hope for survival...his son.

5.7(17)19881h 54m
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Where to watch Distant Thunder in Italy

Distant Thunder isn't available to stream, rent or buy in Italy right now. Availability changes often, so check back soon. Availability checked 25 May 2026.

About Distant Thunder

Distant Thunder is a 1988 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Rick Rosenthal, starring Ralph Macchio, John Lithgow and Kerrie Keane. It has a runtime of 1 hour 54 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.7/10 from 17 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Distant Thunder in Italy — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

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Overview

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 cope with, and when the vet tries to contact his son, he realizes that he has caused more damage than he had imagined.

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Themes & keywords

suicidevietnamhomelessness

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Distant Thunder in Italy?+

Distant Thunder is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Italy. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Distant Thunder on Netflix?+

Distant Thunder is not on Netflix in Italy right now.

How long is Distant Thunder?+

Distant Thunder has a runtime of 1 hour 54 minutes (114 minutes).

Who stars in Distant Thunder?+

Distant Thunder stars Ralph Macchio, John Lithgow, Kerrie Keane, Reb Brown and Janet Margolin.

When did Distant Thunder come out?+

Distant Thunder is a 1988 movie directed by Rick Rosenthal.

What genre is Distant Thunder?+

Distant Thunder is Drama film.

Who directed Distant Thunder?+

Distant Thunder was directed by Rick Rosenthal.

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