Cross Country (1983): cast, story & where to watch
1983 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 1983, Cross Country is a thriller, crime and horror film directed by Paul Lynch, running about 104 minutes. “Razor-edged suspense thriller.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. After a woman is found butchered in her New York apartment, suspicion falls on her estranged husband, an ad executive who has suddenly left town on a cross-country road trip. He takes along a beautiful girl he met in a bar and a drifter he picked up along the way. A cop sets out after the husband, but he's more interested in shaking him down than bringing him back.
Who’s in it. Cross Country stars Richard Beymer as Evan Bley, Nina Axelrod as Lois Hayes, Michael Ironside as Det. Sgt. Roersch and Brent Carver as John Forrest, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, Cross Country has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Cross Country page.
If you liked it. Fans of Cross Country tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Cross Country (1983)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Cross Country change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Cross Country worth watching?
- Cross Country holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, crime and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Cross Country?
- Cross Country stars Richard Beymer, Nina Axelrod, Michael Ironside, Brent Carver and David Connor.
- When was Cross Country released?
- Cross Country was released in 1983, with a runtime of about 104 minutes.