Smoke Signals
1998, English. Directed by Chris Eyre.
A new film from the heart of Native America.
Young Native American man Thomas is a nerd in his reservation, wearing oversize glasses and telling everyone stories no-one wants to hear. His parents died in a fire in 1976, and Thomas was saved by Arnold. Arnold soon left his family, and Victor hasn't seen his father for 10 years. When Victor hears Arnold has died, Thomas offers him funding for the trip to get Arnold's remains.
- Runtime
- 1h 29m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.8/10 from 119 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Smoke Signals isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online.
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Cast & crew
- Chris EyreDirector
- Adam BeachVictor Joseph
- Evan AdamsThomas Builds-the-Fire
- Irene BedardSuzy Song
- Gary FarmerArnold Joseph
- Tantoo CardinalArlene Joseph
- Cody LightningYoung Victor Joseph
- Simon BakerYoung Thomas Builds-the-Fire
- Monique MojicaGrandma Builds-the-Fire
- John TrudellRandy Peone
- Elaine MilesLucy
- Michael GreyeyesJunior Polatkin
- Michelle St. JohnVelma
Details
- Released
- 26 June 1998
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Sherman Alexie
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What Smoke Signals is based on
Smoke Signals is adapted from a short story.
Source details from Wikidata and TMDB.
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Smoke Signals: quick answers
Is Smoke Signals worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.8/10 from 119 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Smoke Signals?
Smoke Signals runs 89 minutes (1h 29m).
Does Smoke Signals have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Smoke Signals. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Smoke Signals parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Smoke Signals is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Smoke Signals on?
Smoke Signals isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Smoke Signals?
If you liked Smoke Signals, try Powwow Highway, Dance Me Outside, Dreamkeeper.
Who directed Smoke Signals?
Smoke Signals (1998) was directed by Chris Eyre and stars Adam Beach, Evan Adams, Irene Bedard.
What is Smoke Signals based on?
Smoke Signals is adapted from a short story.