Thirst (1998): cast, story & where to watch
1998 · Film · ★ 4.4
Released in 1998, Thirst is a thriller and drama film directed by Bill L. Norton, running about 120 minutes.
What it’s about. A chemical engineer, who recently moved to town, struggles to find a way to kill a deadly new variant of Cryptosporidium that has infiltrated the town's water supply, causing people who drink it to die of thirst.
Who’s in it. Thirst stars Adam Arkin as Bob Miller, Joely Fisher as Susan Miller, Giancarlo Esposito as Dr. Lawrence Carver and Ken Jenkins as Lou Wolford, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.4/10, Thirst has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Thirst page.
If you liked it. Fans of Thirst tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Thirst (1998)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Thirst change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Thirst worth watching?
- Thirst holds an audience score of 4.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Thirst?
- Thirst stars Adam Arkin, Joely Fisher, Giancarlo Esposito, Ken Jenkins and Phyllis Lyons.
- When was Thirst released?
- Thirst was released in 1998, with a runtime of about 120 minutes.