Days of Thunder Review Facts: Cast, Story and Legacy
A TMDB-backed guide to Days of Thunder, including cast, release facts, genres and watch-provider notes.

Days of Thunder (1990) — an evergreen reference for this movie: the essentials, the cast, where to watch and what to watch next. You can't outrun the thunder.
Where to watch
TMDB's U.S. watch-provider data lists fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, YouTube TV. Availability changes by country and date, so check your streaming app before watching.
Cast
Tom Cruise as Cole Trickle; Robert Duvall as Harry Hogge; Nicole Kidman as Dr. Claire Lewicki; Randy Quaid as Tim Dalander; Cary Elwes as Russ Wheeler; Michael Rooker as Rowdy Burns; Fred Thompson as Big John; John C. Reilly as Buck Bretherton
About Days of Thunder
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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Figures and availability come from public TMDB data and are provided as a sourced reference.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Days of Thunder?
TMDB's U.S. watch-provider data lists fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, YouTube TV. Availability changes by country and date, so check your streaming app before watching.
Who is in the cast of Days of Thunder?
Tom Cruise as Cole Trickle; Robert Duvall as Harry Hogge; Nicole Kidman as Dr. Claire Lewicki; Randy Quaid as Tim Dalander; Cary Elwes as Russ Wheeler; Michael Rooker as Rowdy Burns; Fred Thompson as Big John; John C. Reilly as Buck Bretherton
Is this Days of Thunder guide official?
No. It uses TMDB data as a reference and is not endorsed or certified by TMDB.



