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The Hitcher (1986): movie guide
The Hitcher (1986) is a Horror, Action, Thriller running about 98 minutes. It holds a TMDB score of 7.0/10 from 1,140 votes. Notable cast includes Rutger Hauer, C. Thomas Howell, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Jeffrey DeMunn. Cinema Box covers trailers, cast, and details for discovery — not full streaming.
- Released: 1986-01-17
- Runtime: 98 min
- TMDB: 7.0/10
- Genres: Horror, Action, Thriller
Last updated: 2026-11-11 · First listed: 1986-01-17
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What is The Hitcher about?
On a stormy night, young Jim, who transports a luxury car from Chicago to California to deliver it to its owner, feeling tired and sleepy, picks up a mysterious hitchhiker, who has appeared out of nowhere, thinking that a good conversation will help him not to fall asleep. He will have enough time to deeply regret such an unmeditated decision.
Cast highlights
The Hitcher features Rutger Hauer, C. Thomas Howell, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Jeffrey DeMunn, Billy Green Bush, John M. Jackson. Open the Cinema Box title page for the full cast list and character credits.
Key facts
Release date: 1986-01-17. Runtime: 98 minutes. TMDB score: 7.0/10 (1,140 votes). Genres: Horror, Action, Thriller. Original language: en. Status: Released.
Discover The Hitcher on Cinema Box
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Frequently asked questions
- What genre is The Hitcher?
- The Hitcher is listed as Horror, Action, Thriller on TMDB.
- How long is The Hitcher?
- The Hitcher runs about 98 minutes.
- Who stars in The Hitcher?
- Cast highlights include Rutger Hauer, C. Thomas Howell, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Jeffrey DeMunn, Billy Green Bush, John M. Jackson.
- Does Cinema Box stream The Hitcher?
- No. Cinema Box is discovery-only — trailers, details, ratings, and watchlists. It does not host or stream full movies.
- Where can I track The Hitcher?
- Open the The Hitcher page on cinemabox.app or install the official Cinema Box Android app from Google Play for watchlists and discovery tools.
