Thunder Alley (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Film · ★ 5.1
Released in 1985, Thunder Alley is a drama film directed by J.S. Cardone, running about 111 minutes. “Rock 'n' Roll . . . It's a long way to the top.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A group of friends start a rock band, but as they start their rise in the music world, they get mixed up with drugs.
Who’s in it. Thunder Alley stars Roger Wilson as Richie, Jill Schoelen as Beth, Scott McGinnis as Donnie and Cindy Eilbacher as Lorraine, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.1/10, Thunder Alley has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo and YouTube TV. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Thunder Alley page.
If you liked it. Fans of Thunder Alley tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Thunder Alley (1985)?
- In US, Thunder Alley is available to stream on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel and Philo. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Thunder Alley worth watching?
- Thunder Alley holds an audience score of 5.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Thunder Alley?
- Thunder Alley stars Roger Wilson, Jill Schoelen, Scott McGinnis, Cindy Eilbacher and Clancy Brown.
- When was Thunder Alley released?
- Thunder Alley was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 111 minutes.