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Where to watch Joe Versus the Volcano(1990)

Movie · 1990 · 1h 42m · Comedy, Romance, Adventure

In the United States, Joe Versus the Volcano is available to stream on Howdy. It's also free on The Roku Channel and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, and YouTube.

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Joe Versus the Volcano plot summary

An average Joe. An adventurous comedy.

Hypochondriac Joe Banks finds out he has six months to live, quits his dead end job, musters the courage to ask his co-worker out on a date, and is then hired to jump into a volcano by a mysterious visitor.

Details

Release date
March 9, 1990
Runtime
1h 42m
Genres
Comedy, Romance, Adventure
Directed by
John Patrick Shanley
Country
United States
TMDB rating
5.8 / 10 · 607 votes

Joe Versus the Volcano trailer

Cast

  • Tom HanksTom HanksJoe Banks
  • Meg RyanMeg RyanDeDe / Angelica / Patricia Graynamore
  • Lloyd BridgesLloyd BridgesSamuel Harvey Graynamore
  • Dan HedayaDan HedayaFrank Waturi
  • Ossie DavisOssie DavisMarshall
  • Barry McGovernBarry McGovernLuggage Salesman
  • Robert StackRobert StackDr. Ellison
  • Amanda PlummerAmanda PlummerDagmar
  • Lala SloatmanLala SloatmanWaitress
  • Abe VigodaAbe VigodaChief of the Waponis

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Where can I watch Joe Versus the Volcano?

In the United States, Joe Versus the Volcano is available to stream on Howdy. It's also free on The Roku Channel and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, and YouTube.

Can I rent or buy Joe Versus the Volcano?

Yes. In the United States you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.

How long is Joe Versus the Volcano?

Joe Versus the Volcano runs 1h 42m (102 minutes).

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