Don't Cry, It's Only Thunder (1982): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 1982, Don't Cry, It's Only Thunder is a drama and war film directed by Peter Werner, running about 108 minutes.

What it’s about. During the Vietnam War, Brian Anderson, a young Army medic, is stationed in Saigon. Initially apathetic and self-serving, he eventually has his heart won over by the children at a nearby orphanage where he does volunteer work. At first, a doctor named Katherine Cross has to persuade him to help the children. But soon, Brian willingly puts his career and safety on the line to provide the orphans with the food and medical supplies they need.

Who’s in it. Don't Cry, It's Only Thunder stars Dennis Christopher as Brian Anderson, Susan Saint James as Katherine Cross, Roger Aaron Brown as Moses Drapper and Robert Englund as Tripper, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Don't Cry, It's Only Thunder 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 Don't Cry, It's Only Thunder page.

If you liked it. Fans of Don't Cry, It's Only Thunder tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.