Cease Fire (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1985, Cease Fire is a drama film directed by David Nutter, running about 97 minutes. “The war that would not end...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Tim Murphy is a Vietnam Vet. When he loses his job he starts to relive all the pain and horror of his time in Vietnam. The stresses and strains nearly destroy his marriage and his family. Only after joining a veterans' therapy group does Tim find relief from his nightmares. With the support of his fellow vets and the love of his wife, Tim recovers. Written by Pfyre Caidmon
Who’s in it. Cease Fire stars Don Johnson as Tim Murphy, Lisa Blount as Paula Murphy, Robert F. Lyons as Luke and Charles P. Harris as Vietnam Veteran Support Group Member, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Cease Fire has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Cease Fire page.
If you liked it. Fans of Cease Fire tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Cease Fire (1985)?
- In US, Cease Fire is available to rent or buy from Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Cease Fire worth watching?
- Cease Fire holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Cease Fire?
- Cease Fire stars Don Johnson, Lisa Blount, Robert F. Lyons, Charles P. Harris and John Archie.
- When was Cease Fire released?
- Cease Fire was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.