Thunderheart (1992): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Thunderheart is a 1992 mystery thriller directed by Michael Apted, starring Val Kilmer, Fred Ward and Sam Shepard. It runs 1 hour 59 minutes and earned $22.7 million worldwide. Critics gave it 58 on Metacritic.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 59m (119 min)
- Director
- Michael Apted
- Original language
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English - Studio
- TriStar Pictures
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Thunderheart About?
The premise of Thunderheart without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
A series of disturbing murders disrupts a Native American reservation, prompting the FBI to send rookie agent Ray Levoi, who has Sioux heritage, to investigate. Navigating a climate of suspicion and tribal complexities, Levoi seeks to uncover the truth behind the crimes. As he delves deeper, he confronts ancient prophecies, challenging his own identity and revealing connections to a revered figure from his people’s history.
Thunderheart Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- neo western
- murder investigation
- south dakota
- buddy cop
- modern western
- ankle holster
- ankle
- holster
- reference to mr. magoo
- fbi federal bureau of investigation
- cartoon on tv
- buddy cop crime
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- lever action rifle
- cowboy cop
- contemporary western
- colt single action army revolver
- cowboy
- springfield trapdoor rifle
- aim
- vietnam war
- u.s. cavalry
- 1911 colt pistol
- winchester 1894
- native american western
- true crime
- young
- agent
- pine ridge indian reservation
- indian reservation
- sioux
- reservation
- fbi agent
- murder
- sioux indian
- badlands
- jurisdiction
- medicine man
- tribal elder
- giving the finger
- g man
- mineral rights
- tribal dance
- audio tape
- flashback
- drumbeat
- stray dog
- dirt bike
- helicopter shot
- car chase
- badger
Thunderheart Cast
Val Kilmer leads the cast, with Fred Ward and Sam Shepard. Directed by Michael Apted; 10 actors are credited in all.
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Director Michael Apted
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Thunderheart Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Thunderheart 58 on Metacritic.
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Metacritic 58 Metascore
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TMDB 62% User score
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Thunderheart Plot Summary
What happens in Thunderheart from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 5-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
The serene beauty of a Native American reservation in South Dakota is brutally disrupted by the homicide of Leo Fast Elk, a well-respected member of the tribal council. In a swift response, FBI Agent William Dawes assigns Agent Ray Levoi (Val Kilmer), whose own Sioux lineage makes him an unconventional choice, to work with local authorities. Ray initially struggles with a sense of disconnection from his Lakota heritage, but he teams up with the seasoned Agent Frank “Cooch” Coutelle (Fred Ward), who has already begun to hone in on two primary suspects: Maggie Eagle Bear, an unwavering advocate for Native American rights and schoolteacher, and Jimmy Looks Twice, a passionate leader of the Aboriginal Rights Movement (ARM).
Full summary
The whole story of Thunderheart, scene by scene
Thunderheart Box Office
Thunderheart grossed $22.7 million worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$22.7M
- US & Canada
- $22.7M
Thunderheart Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Thunderheart.
How Well Do You Know Thunderheart?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
Question 1 of 10
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What is Ray Levoi's mixed heritage that makes him unique for the case?
Cars in Thunderheart
51 cars on screen, including the 1981 Chevrolet Impala and the 1967 Chevrolet C-Series.
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1979 Chevrolet K-Series Important role -
1981 Dodge Diplomat Important role
Thunderheart Also Known As
21 alternative titles, including “Coeur de tonnerre” and “Громовое сердце”.
- Also known as
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- Coeur de tonnerre
- Громовое сердце
- Halbblut
- Cuore di tuono
- Cœur de tonnerre
- Corazón trueno
- Åskhjärta
- Viharszív
- לב הרעם
- Громове серце
- Bouřlivé srdce
- Cor de tro
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- Coração de Trovão
- Гръмотевично сърце
- 붉은 사슴비
- Şimşek Yürek
- Na Rozkaz Serca
- Ukkossydän
- Corazón De Trueno
- 雷霆之心
- ธันเดอร์ฮาร์ท หัวใจสายฟ้า
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Thunderheart FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Thunderheart, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Thunderheart?
Thunderheart runs 1 hour 59 minutes (119 minutes).
When was Thunderheart released?
Thunderheart was released on April 3, 1992.
Who directed Thunderheart?
Thunderheart was directed by Michael Apted.
More films by Michael Apted Who is in the cast of Thunderheart?
Thunderheart stars Val Kilmer, Fred Ward and Sam Shepard, among 10 credited actors.
How much did Thunderheart make at the box office?
Thunderheart grossed $22.7 million worldwide.
How is Thunderheart rated?
Thunderheart has 58 on Metacritic and 62% on TMDB.
Does Thunderheart have a post-credit scene?
No. Thunderheart has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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