Rock Hudson (1990): cast, story & where to watch
1990 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1990, Rock Hudson is a drama and tv movie film directed by John Nicolella, running about 94 minutes. “The legend belonged to everyone. The secret was his alone.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Biography of actor Rock Hudson focuses on his struggle with his homosexuality. Based on the book by his ex-wife, Phyllis Gates, and on the court records from the civil suit brought by his former lover, Marc Christian.
Who’s in it. Rock Hudson stars Thomas Ian Griffith as Rock Hudson, Daphne Ashbrook as Phyllis Gates, William R. Moses as Marc Christian and Andrew Robinson as Henry Willson, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Rock Hudson has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Rock Hudson page.
If you liked it. Fans of Rock Hudson tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Rock Hudson (1990)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Rock Hudson change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Rock Hudson worth watching?
- Rock Hudson holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Rock Hudson?
- Rock Hudson stars Thomas Ian Griffith, Daphne Ashbrook, William R. Moses, Andrew Robinson and Thom Mathews.
- When was Rock Hudson released?
- Rock Hudson was released in 1990, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.