Shout (1991): cast, story & where to watch

1991 · Film · ★ 5.7

Shout poster

Released in 1991, Shout is a drama and romance film directed by Jeffrey Hornaday, running about 89 minutes. “Rock & Romance Explode In A Texas Town.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A new music teacher in a 1955 West Texas home for wayward boys brings new vision and hope for many of the interned boys.

Who’s in it. Shout stars John Travolta as Jack Cabe, Jamie Walters as Jesse Tucker, Heather Graham as Sara Benedict and Richard Jordan as Eugene Benedict, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, Shout has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $3.5M 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 Shout page.

If you liked it. Fans of Shout tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Shout (1991)?
In US, Shout 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 Shout worth watching?
Shout holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Shout?
Shout stars John Travolta, Jamie Walters, Heather Graham, Richard Jordan and Linda Fiorentino.
When was Shout released?
Shout was released in 1991, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.