A Perfect World (1993): cast, story & where to watch
1993 · Film · ★ 7.5
Released in 1993, A Perfect World is a thriller, drama and crime film directed by Clint Eastwood, running about 138 minutes.
What it’s about. A kidnapped boy strikes up a friendship with his captor: an escaped convict on the run from the law, headed by an honorable U.S. Marshal.
Who’s in it. A Perfect World stars Kevin Costner as Robert 'Butch' Haynes, Clint Eastwood as Chief Red Garnett, Laura Dern as Sally Gerber and T.J. Lowther as Phillip 'Buzz' Perry, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, A Perfect World has been warmly received by audiences. It went on to earn $135.1M at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Perfect World page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Perfect World tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Perfect World (1993)?
- In US, A Perfect World is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is A Perfect World worth watching?
- A Perfect World holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and crime. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in A Perfect World?
- A Perfect World stars Kevin Costner, Clint Eastwood, Laura Dern, T.J. Lowther and Bradley Whitford.
- When was A Perfect World released?
- A Perfect World was released in 1993, with a runtime of about 138 minutes.