Days of Thunder
Directed by Tony Scott · 1990 ·
Is Days of Thunder worth watching?
Probably not. Days of Thunder (1990) earns a 51% Celluloid Score. That is below our 60% Recommended threshold. Audiences (64%) responded more warmly than critics (40%). See the 4 inputs.
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Also known as तूफानी रफ़्तार के जांबाज़ Días de Trueno Jours de Tonnerre Tage des Donners Dias de Trovão デイズ・オブ・サンダー 폭풍의 질주 霹雳男儿
Theatrical release Where to watch
- fuboTV
- Paramount+
- Peacock
Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home, Spectrum On Demand
Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home
Where to watch Days of Thunder by country
| Country | Streaming on |
|---|---|
| United Kingdom | Paramount+, Sky Cinema |
| United States | fuboTV, Paramount+, Peacock |
Subscription availability, refreshed from TMDB. Rental and purchase options may differ.
Why this score?
- Celluloid's editorial rating is reserved (40/100).
- General viewers mostly liked it (64%).
- Celluloid Score 51% combines 4 rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately. Consult the source notes for verification dates where recorded.
Best for
- Short runtime — easy weeknight watch
- Crowd-pleaser seekers — audiences liked it more than critics
Not ideal for
- Anyone needing a safe, highly rated pick
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Is Days of Thunder worth watching?
Probably not — Days of Thunder earns a 51% Celluloid Score. That is below our 60% Recommended threshold. It suits short runtime — easy weeknight watch, but anyone needing a safe, highly rated pick may want to skip it.
Celluloid verdict
Tony Scott’s NASCAR soap — Cruise and Nicole Kidman in a high-octane Top Gun of the racetrack.
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Audiences (64%) responded more warmly than critics (40%).
What is Days of Thunder about?
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.
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Days of Thunder: frequently asked questions
Is Days of Thunder worth watching?
Probably not. Days of Thunder (1990) has a Celluloid Score of 51%, averaged from the available Celluloid editorial, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb ratings. That is below our 60% Recommended threshold. Audience sentiment is shown separately and does not change the score.
Where can I watch Days of Thunder?
In the United States, Days of Thunder streams on fuboTV, Paramount+, Peacock with a subscription, and you can rent it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube. Elsewhere: Paramount+, Sky Cinema in the United Kingdom. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.
How long is Days of Thunder?
Days of Thunder runs 1 hour 47 minutes (107 minutes).
What is Days of Thunder rated?
Days of Thunder is rated PG-13 in the United States, 12 in the UK, M in Australia, 15 in South Korea and G in Japan. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.
Who stars in Days of Thunder?
Days of Thunder is directed by Tony Scott and stars Tom Cruise, Robert Duvall, Nicole Kidman, Randy Quaid, Cary Elwes.
What is the Metascore for Days of Thunder?
Metacritic's Metascore for Days of Thunder is 46 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.
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