8 Million Ways to Die
1986, English. Directed by Hal Ashby.
Death comes to all except those who deserve it most.
Scudder is a detective with the Sheriff's Department who is forced to shoot a violent suspect during a narcotics raid. The ensuing psychological aftermath of this shooting worsens his drinking problem and this alcoholism causes him to lose his job, as well as his marriage.
- Runtime
- 1h 55m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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8 Million Ways to Die is streaming on MovieSphere+ in India.
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Cast & crew
- Hal AshbyDirector
- Jeff BridgesMatthew 'Matt' Scudder
- Rosanna ArquetteSarah
- Randy BrooksWillie 'Chance' Walker
- Alexandra PaulSunny
- Andy GarciaAngel Moldonado
- Tommy Lister Jr.Nose Guard
- Vyto RuginisDurkin
- Gene RossSlim
- Lisa SloanLinda Scudder
- Christa DentonLaurie Scudder
- Vance ValenciaQuintero
- Wilfredo HernándezHector Lopez
Details
- Released
- 25 April 1986
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- R. Lance Hill, Oliver Stone, Robert Towne
- Budget
- $18M
- Box office
- $1.3M
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What 8 Million Ways to Die is based on
8 Million Ways to Die is based on Eight Million Ways to Die, a 1982 novel by Lawrence Block.
Novel · 1982
Eight Million Ways to Die
By Lawrence Block
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8 Million Ways to Die: quick answers
Is 8 Million Ways to Die worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.5/10 from 155 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is 8 Million Ways to Die?
8 Million Ways to Die runs 115 minutes (1h 55m).
Does 8 Million Ways to Die have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for 8 Million Ways to Die. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
8 Million Ways to Die parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
8 Million Ways to Die is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is 8 Million Ways to Die on?
8 Million Ways to Die is streaming on MovieSphere+ in India. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like 8 Million Ways to Die?
If you liked 8 Million Ways to Die, try 52 Pick-Up, A Walk Among the Tombstones, Cutter's Way.
Who directed 8 Million Ways to Die?
8 Million Ways to Die (1986) was directed by Hal Ashby and stars Jeff Bridges, Rosanna Arquette, Randy Brooks.
What is 8 Million Ways to Die based on?
8 Million Ways to Die is based on Eight Million Ways to Die, a 1982 novel by Lawrence Block.