Hurricane (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film · ★ 4.7
Released in 1979, Hurricane is an action, drama and romance film directed by Jan Troell, running about 120 minutes. “There is only one safe place... in each other's arms.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The story of the desperate love affair between a young Samoan chief and a beautiful American painter, against the will of her father, the powerful governor of the island. Amid this man-made tension comes a powerful hurricane so devastating, the lives of the lovers and the entire island are imperiled.
Who’s in it. Hurricane stars Jason Robards as Capt. Charles Bruckner, Mia Farrow as Charlotte Bruckner, Max von Sydow as Dr. Danielsson and Dayton Ka'ne as Matangi, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.7/10, Hurricane has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hurricane page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hurricane tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hurricane (1979)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hurricane change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Hurricane worth watching?
- Hurricane holds an audience score of 4.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Hurricane?
- Hurricane stars Jason Robards, Mia Farrow, Max von Sydow, Dayton Ka'ne and Trevor Howard.
- When was Hurricane released?
- Hurricane was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 120 minutes.