A Touch of the Sun (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film · ★ 3.5
Released in 1979, A Touch of the Sun is a comedy film directed by Peter Curran, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. A bumbling US marine Captain is assigned to retrieve a space capsule from a despotic African ruler.
Who’s in it. A Touch of the Sun stars Oliver Reed, Sylvaine Charlet, Peter Cushing and Keenan Wynn, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.5/10, A Touch of the Sun has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Touch of the Sun page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Touch of the Sun tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Touch of the Sun (1979)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Touch of the Sun change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Touch of the Sun worth watching?
- A Touch of the Sun holds an audience score of 3.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A Touch of the Sun?
- A Touch of the Sun stars Oliver Reed, Sylvaine Charlet, Peter Cushing, Keenan Wynn and Wilfrid Hyde-White.
- When was A Touch of the Sun released?
- A Touch of the Sun was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.