The Blue Lightning (1986): cast, story & where to watch
1986 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1986, The Blue Lightning is an action, drama and tv movie film directed by Lee Phillips, running about 95 minutes.
What it’s about. Harry Wingate, a rugged adventurer, is hired by a gem collector to retrieve a priceless opal, known as "The Blue Lightning," from Lester McInally, a super-criminal with an army of killers operating in the Australian outback.
Who’s in it. The Blue Lightning stars Sam Elliott as Harry Wingate, Robert Culp as Lester McInally, Rebecca Gilling as Kate McQueen and John Meillon as Dr. William Giles, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Blue Lightning 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 Blue Lightning page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Blue Lightning tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Blue Lightning (1986)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Blue Lightning change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Blue Lightning worth watching?
- The Blue Lightning holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Blue Lightning?
- The Blue Lightning stars Sam Elliott, Robert Culp, Rebecca Gilling, John Meillon and Robert Coleby.
- When was The Blue Lightning released?
- The Blue Lightning was released in 1986, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.