Pulp Fiction (1994): cast, story & where to watch

1994 · Film · ★ 8.5

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Released in 1994, Pulp Fiction is a thriller and crime film directed by Quentin Tarantino, running about 154 minutes. “Just because you are a character doesn't mean you have character.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A burger-loving hit man, his philosophical partner, a drug-addled gangster's moll and a washed-up boxer converge in this sprawling, comedic crime caper. Their adventures unfurl in three stories that ingeniously trip back and forth in time.

Who’s in it. Pulp Fiction stars John Travolta as Vincent Vega, Samuel L. Jackson as Jules Winnfield, Uma Thurman as Mia Wallace and Bruce Willis as Butch Coolidge, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 8.5/10, Pulp Fiction sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue. It went on to earn $213.9M at the box office.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Paramount Plus Premium and Paramount Plus Essential and rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Pulp Fiction page.

If you liked it. Fans of Pulp Fiction tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Parasite, Fight Club and Se7en.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Pulp Fiction (1994)?
In US, Pulp Fiction is available to stream on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel and Paramount Plus Premium, and rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Pulp Fiction worth watching?
Pulp Fiction holds an audience score of 8.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and crime. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Pulp Fiction?
Pulp Fiction stars John Travolta, Samuel L. Jackson, Uma Thurman, Bruce Willis and Ving Rhames.
When was Pulp Fiction released?
Pulp Fiction was released in 1994, with a runtime of about 154 minutes.