Unnatural Causes (1986): cast, story & where to watch

1986 · Film · ★ 7

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Released in 1986, Unnatural Causes is a drama and tv movie film directed by Lamont Johnson, running about 91 minutes.

What it’s about. Frank Coleman is a Vietnam veteran dying from cancer brought on by exposure to the defoliant chemical Agent Orange which he turns to Maude DeVictor, a Veterans Administration benefits counselor who teams up with Coleman to fight a lopsided batted against the bureaucratic system for its cover up of the possible dangers of Agent Orange.

Who’s in it. Unnatural Causes stars John Ritter as Frank Coleman, Alfre Woodard as Maude DeVictor, Patti LaBelle as Jeanette Thompson and John Vargas as Nando Sanchez, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Unnatural Causes has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Unnatural Causes page.

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

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Where can I watch Unnatural Causes (1986)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Unnatural Causes change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Unnatural Causes worth watching?
Unnatural Causes holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Unnatural Causes?
Unnatural Causes stars John Ritter, Alfre Woodard, Patti LaBelle, John Vargas and Frederick Allen.
When was Unnatural Causes released?
Unnatural Causes was released in 1986, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.