The Hunter
During his long career, bounty hunter Ralph "Papa" Thorson has caught over 5,000 criminals. Now, while he is working on apprehending fugitives in Illinois, Texas and Nebraska, he himself is being hunted by a psychotic killer.
Release Year
1980
Runtime
93 min
Audience Score
5.9
Genres
Thriller, Action, Comedy
Story Snapshot
During his long career, bounty hunter Ralph "Papa" Thorson has caught over 5,000 criminals. Now, while he is working on apprehending fugitives in Illinois, Texas and Nebraska, he himself is being hunted by a psychotic killer.
Why This Page Helps
The Hunter is a intense pick with medium complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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The Hunter is best for viewers who want thriller, action, comedy without having to browse blindly.
What tone does The Hunter have?
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How complex is The Hunter?
The Hunter lands at medium complexity, so it works both as a direct pick and as a springboard into deeper recommendation pages.
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