The Hunt for Red October (1990)
A rogue Soviet submarine captain steers his advanced vessel toward America, sparking a tense, gritty chase.
A new technologically-superior Soviet nuclear sub, the Red October, is heading for the U.S. coast under the command of Captain Marko Ramius. The American government thinks Ramius is planning to attack. Lone CIA analyst Jack Ryan has a different idea: he thinks Ramius is planning to defect, but he has only a few hours to find him and prove it - because the entire Russian naval and air commands are trying to find Ramius, too. The hunt is on!
How intense is The Hunt for Red October?
The Hunt for Red October is not scary, with no gore and some violence. Emotionally it carries some weight. The pace is brisk, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated PG-13.
What The Hunt for Red October feels like
- Tone
- suspensefulgrittyepicearnest
- Pace
- Brisk
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream The Hunt for Red October
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 14, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is The Hunt for Red October for you?
Is The Hunt for Red October scary?
No. The Hunt for Red October is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is The Hunt for Red October gory or violent?
No gore (0 of 3) and some violence (1 of 3). Squeamish viewers are fine here.
Is The Hunt for Red October sad or heavy?
A little. There is some emotional weight (1 of 3), but it is not a heavy watch.
Is The Hunt for Red October OK for kids?
It is rated PG-13. Intensity: scare 0, gore 0, violence 1, each out of 3. Your call for older kids.
How long is The Hunt for Red October?
The Hunt for Red October runs 2h 15m.
Where can I stream The Hunt for Red October?
The Hunt for Red October is streaming on Kanopy, Hoopla and Pluto TV.
Does The Hunt for Red October have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Yes. It lands on a happy note.
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