American Flyers
1985, English. Directed by John Badham.
Two brothers challenge the road. And life itself.
When Dr. Marcus Sommers realizes that he and his troubled, estranged brother David may be prone a fatal brain disease that runs in their family, he decides to make peace with his sibling, and invites him on a trip to the Rockies. There, the brothers bond over their shared enthusiasm for cycling and decide to enter a grueling bike race through the mountains. However, Marcus' health soon begins to fail, and David must compete without his brother at his side.
- Runtime
- 1h 53m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.2/10 from 137 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch American Flyers
American Flyers is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Howdy in India.
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Details
- Released
- 16 August 1985
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Steve Tesich
- Box office
- $1.4M
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American Flyers: quick answers
Is American Flyers worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.2/10 from 137 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is American Flyers?
American Flyers runs 113 minutes (1h 53m).
Does American Flyers have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for American Flyers. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
American Flyers parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
American Flyers is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is American Flyers on?
American Flyers is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Howdy in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like American Flyers?
If you liked American Flyers, try The Flying Scotsman, Jungleland, The Good Neighbor.
Who directed American Flyers?
American Flyers (1985) was directed by John Badham and stars Kevin Costner, David Marshall Grant, Rae Dawn Chong.