How long is Jacknife?

Jacknife is 1 h 42 min long (102 minutes). If you start it at 8:00 pm it ends at 9:42 pm; add about 20 minutes if you watch trailers first.

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In the US, as of 2026-11-05: MovieSphere+ Amazon Channel (subscription), Fandango at Home Free (free with ads), Plex (free with ads), Tubi TV (free with ads). Availability changes often; this page loads the live list for your country (streaming availability by JustWatch).

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Where to watch Jacknife (1989) tonight

Jacknife (1989) runs 1 h 42 min, is rated R in the US and averages 6.4 from 142 TMDB members. A conflict develops between a troubled Vietnam veteran and the sister he lives with when she becomes involved romantically with the army buddy who reminds him of the tragic battle they both survived.

Runtime: 1 h 42 min — ends 9:42 pm if you start at 8:00 pm
Rated: R (US)
Genres: Drama, War
Released: October 5, 1989
TMDB rating: 6.4 / 10 from 142 votes
Director: David Hugh Jones
Starring: Robert De Niro, Kathy Baker, Ed Harris, Ivar Brogger
Language: English

Good for a group? Better for one or two who will actually watch.Drama and War reward attention; a room that talks over it will miss the point. Rated R in the US — check who is in the room.

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Streaming availability by JustWatch. In the US, as of 2026-11-05: MovieSphere+ Amazon Channel (subscription), Fandango at Home Free (free with ads), Plex (free with ads), Tubi TV (free with ads).

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How long is Jacknife?: Jacknife is 1 h 42 min long (102 minutes). If you start it at 8:00 pm it ends at 9:42 pm; add about 20 minutes if you watch trailers first.
What is Jacknife rated?: Jacknife is rated R in the US.
Is Jacknife a good movie to watch with a group?: Better for one or two who will actually watch. Drama and War reward attention; a room that talks over it will miss the point. Rated R in the US — check who is in the room.
Where can I stream Jacknife?: In the US, as of 2026-11-05: MovieSphere+ Amazon Channel (subscription), Fandango at Home Free (free with ads), Plex (free with ads), Tubi TV (free with ads). Availability changes often; this page loads the live list for your country (streaming availability by JustWatch).

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