Wisdom (1986): cast, story & where to watch
1986 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1986, Wisdom is an action, drama and crime film directed by Emilio Estevez, running about 109 minutes. “They're on the wrong side of the law for all the right reasons.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Unable to find work after a past felony, graduate John Wisdom and his girlfriend embark on a cross-country bank-robbing spree in order to aid American farmers.
Who’s in it. Wisdom stars Demi Moore as Karen Simmons, Emilio Estevez as John Wisdom, Tom Skerritt as Lloyd Wisdom and Veronica Cartwright as Samantha Wisdom, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, Wisdom has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $5.7M at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Wisdom page.
If you liked it. Fans of Wisdom tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Wisdom (1986)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Wisdom change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Wisdom worth watching?
- Wisdom holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Wisdom?
- Wisdom stars Demi Moore, Emilio Estevez, Tom Skerritt, Veronica Cartwright and William Allen Young.
- When was Wisdom released?
- Wisdom was released in 1986, with a runtime of about 109 minutes.