Traveling Man (1989): cast, story & where to watch
1989 · Film · ★ 4.5

Released in 1989, Traveling Man is a comedy and tv movie film directed by Irvin Kershner, running about 105 minutes.
What it’s about. A poignant comedy about a middle-aged salesman trying to get his life and career back on track while being pushed and antagonized by an aggressive rookie he has been teamed up with.
Who’s in it. Traveling Man stars John Lithgow as Ben Cluett, Jonathan Silverman as Billy Fox, Margaret Colin as Joanna Reath and John Glover as Chick Beeler, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, Traveling Man has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Traveling Man page.
If you liked it. Fans of Traveling Man tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Traveling Man (1989)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Traveling Man change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Traveling Man worth watching?
- Traveling Man holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Traveling Man?
- Traveling Man stars John Lithgow, Jonathan Silverman, Margaret Colin, John Glover and John M. Jackson.
- When was Traveling Man released?
- Traveling Man was released in 1989, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.
