Don't Cry, It's Only Thunder
1982, English. Directed by Peter Werner.
During the Vietnam War, Brian Anderson, a young Army medic, is stationed in Saigon. Initially apathetic and self-serving, he eventually has his heart won over by the children at a nearby orphanage where he does volunteer work. At first, a doctor named Katherine Cross has to persuade him to help the children. But soon, Brian willingly puts his career and safety on the line to provide the orphans with the food and medical supplies they need.
- Runtime
- 1h 48m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Cast & crew
- Peter WernerDirector
- Dennis ChristopherBrian Anderson
- Susan Saint JamesKatherine Cross
- Roger Aaron BrownMoses Drapper
- Robert EnglundTripper
- James Whitmore Jr.Major Flaherty
- Lisa LuSister Marie
- Shere Thu ThuySister Hoa
- Travis SwordsAllen Atkins
- Mai Thi LienAnh
- Truong Minh HaiDuc
- Ken MetcalfeCapt. Morris
- Marie AshtonPeggy Dean
Details
- Released
- 3 May 1982
- Country
- Japan, United States of America
- Written by
- Paul G. Hensler
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How long is Don't Cry, It's Only Thunder?
Don't Cry, It's Only Thunder runs 108 minutes (1h 48m).
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Don't Cry, It's Only Thunder parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Don't Cry, It's Only Thunder is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Don't Cry, It's Only Thunder on?
Don't Cry, It's Only Thunder isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 3 May 1982. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Don't Cry, It's Only Thunder?
If you liked Don't Cry, It's Only Thunder, try The War, The Island on Bird Street, The Boy in the Woods.
Who directed Don't Cry, It's Only Thunder?
Don't Cry, It's Only Thunder (1982) was directed by Peter Werner and stars Dennis Christopher, Susan Saint James, Roger Aaron Brown.
What is Don't Cry, It's Only Thunder based on?
Don't Cry, It's Only Thunder is based on a true story.