Hard Traveling (1986): cast, story & where to watch
1986 · Film
Released in 1986, Hard Traveling is a drama film directed by Dan Bessie, running about 99 minutes. “The times were hard... decent men were driven to desperate acts.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Set during the Depression, Dan Bessie's film (based on a novel by his father Alvah) stars Ellen Geer as a widow who begins a romance with an uneducated janitor (J.E. Freeman) who is later accused of murder.
Who’s in it. Hard Traveling stars Ellen Geer as Norah Sloan, J.E. Freeman as Ed Sloan, Barry Corbin as Frank Burton and James Gammon as Sgt. Slattery, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hard Traveling page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hard Traveling tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hard Traveling (1986)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hard Traveling change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Hard Traveling?
- Hard Traveling stars Ellen Geer, J.E. Freeman, Barry Corbin, James Gammon and Jim Haynie.
- When was Hard Traveling released?
- Hard Traveling was released in 1986, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.