The Oasis (1984): cast, story & where to watch
1984 · Film · ★ 4.2
Released in 1984, The Oasis is a drama film directed by Sparky Greene, running about 92 minutes.
What it’s about. A plane crash in the Mexican desert leaves a small group of survivors who are desperate for food and water. Fearing that they may never be found where they are, they head for where it is hoped there will be civilization and rescue. When their hopes prove unfounded, they must face the horrible possibility of choosing between giving up and dying, or doing the unthinkable to survive.
Who’s in it. The Oasis stars Chris Makepeace as Matt, Scott Hylands as Jake, Richard Cox as Paul and Dori Brenner as Jill, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.2/10, The Oasis has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Oasis page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Oasis tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Oasis (1984)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Oasis change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Oasis worth watching?
- The Oasis holds an audience score of 4.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Oasis?
- The Oasis stars Chris Makepeace, Scott Hylands, Richard Cox, Dori Brenner and Suzanne Snyder.
- When was The Oasis released?
- The Oasis was released in 1984, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.