Ride the Hot Wind (1971): cast, story & where to watch
1971 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1971, Ride the Hot Wind is an action and drama film directed by Duke Kelly, running about 75 minutes.
What it’s about. Captain Shank is an outcast officer and gets dishonorably discharged. He tries to get back on his feet, but his reputation keeps following him around ruining everything. When he meets some bikers he gets caught up in a life he tries desperately to escape.
Who’s in it. Ride the Hot Wind stars Tommy Kirk as Captain Gregory Shank, Duke Kelly, Cheryl Waters and Richard Ford Grayling, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Ride the Hot Wind has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Ride the Hot Wind page.
If you liked it. Fans of Ride the Hot Wind 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 Ride the Hot Wind (1971)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Ride the Hot Wind change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Ride the Hot Wind worth watching?
- Ride the Hot Wind holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Ride the Hot Wind?
- Ride the Hot Wind stars Tommy Kirk, Duke Kelly, Cheryl Waters, Richard Ford Grayling and Sherry Bain.
- When was Ride the Hot Wind released?
- Ride the Hot Wind was released in 1971, with a runtime of about 75 minutes.