The Deer Hunter
1978, English. Directed by Michael Cimino.
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Three steelworkers enlist in the army and are sent to Vietnam, one leaving behind a rushed marriage, the others a shared love. What they encounter during the war changes their lives forever.
- Runtime
- 3h 3m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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8.0/10 from 4,463 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Deer Hunter
The Deer Hunter isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online.
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Cast & crew
- Michael CiminoDirector
- Robert De NiroMichael Vronsky
- Christopher WalkenNikanor "Nick" Chevotarevich
- John CazaleStan
- John SavageSteven Pushkov
- Meryl StreepLinda
- George DzundzaJohn
- Rutanya AldaAngela
- Pierre SeguiJulien
- Amy WrightBridesmaid
- Richard KussLinda's Father
- Joe GrifasiBandleader
- Dennis WatlingtonCab Driver
Details
- Released
- 8 December 1978
- Country
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Written by
- Quinn K. Redeker, Deric Washburn, Michael Cimino
- Budget
- $15M
- Box office
- $49M
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The Deer Hunter: quick answers
Is The Deer Hunter worth watching?
Our verdict is Absolute Cinema: Drop everything and watch it. It scores 8.0/10 from 4,463 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Deer Hunter?
The Deer Hunter runs 183 minutes (3h 3m).
Does The Deer Hunter have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Deer Hunter. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Deer Hunter parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Deer Hunter is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Deer Hunter on?
The Deer Hunter isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Deer Hunter?
If you liked The Deer Hunter, try Missing in Action 2: The Beginning, Born on the Fourth of July, Casualties of War.
Who directed The Deer Hunter?
The Deer Hunter (1978) was directed by Michael Cimino and stars Robert De Niro, Christopher Walken, John Cazale.