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Greater Tuna (1994): cast, story & where to watch

1994 · Film · ★ 6.8

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Released in 1994, Greater Tuna is a comedy film directed by Jim Borden, running about 102 minutes.

What it’s about. Greater Tuna presents a day in the life of the town of Tuna, Texas and its twenty or so eccentric characters. Here's the kicker: All of those characters -- who range the gamut from adolescent to elderly, male and female, with all kinds of personalities and personal characteristics -- are portrayed by only two men (ably played by Kyle McClaran and Landon Starnes in Garland Civic Theatre's entertaining production). - by Richard Goulde

Who’s in it. Greater Tuna stars Joe Sears as Thurston Wheelis, Elmer Watkins, Bertha Bumiller, Leonard Childers, Aunt Pearl Burras, R.R. Snavely, The Reverend Spikes, Sheriff Givens, Hank Bumiller, Yippy and Jaston Williams as Arles Struvie, Didi Snavely, Harold Dean Lattimer, Petey Fisk, Little Jody Bumiller, Stanley Bumiller, Charlene Bumiller, Chad Hartford, Phinas Blye, Vera Carp.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Greater Tuna has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Greater Tuna page.

If you liked it. Fans of Greater Tuna tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Greater Tuna (1994)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Greater Tuna change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Greater Tuna worth watching?
Greater Tuna holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Greater Tuna?
Greater Tuna stars Joe Sears and Jaston Williams.
When was Greater Tuna released?
Greater Tuna was released in 1994, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.