The Bear (1984): cast, story & where to watch
1984 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1984, The Bear is a notable film directed by Richard C. Sarafian.
What it’s about. Biopic about the great college football coach Paul "Bear" Bryant of the University of Alabama.
Who’s in it. The Bear stars Gary Busey as Paul W. Bryant, Harry Dean Stanton as Coach Thomas, Cynthia Leake as Mary Harmon Bryant and Jon-Erik Hexum as Pat Trammell.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Bear has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Bear page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Bear (1984)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Bear change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Bear worth watching?
- The Bear holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Bear?
- The Bear stars Gary Busey, Harry Dean Stanton, Cynthia Leake and Jon-Erik Hexum.
- When was The Bear released?
- The Bear was released in 1984.