Where to watch Ruthless People (1986)
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- English
- 1h 34m
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Story
When a woman gets kidnapped, her husband sees it as an opportunity rather than a crisis. Uninterested in paying the ransom, he has other plans in mind. The kidnappers, meanwhile, find themselves dealing with an unexpectedly difficult hostage while trying to secure their payment. What unfolds is a tangled situation where nobody gets what they bargained for.
Why watch
- Comedy from the directing team behind Airplane and Top Secret
- Danny DeVito and Bette Midler lead an ensemble cast
- Lighthearted 1986 film available to stream instantly
Good for: Adults who enjoy comedies with dark humor and unconventional plots.
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Cast
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Danny DeVitoSam Stone
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Bette MidlerBarbara Stone
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Judge ReinholdKen Kessler
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Helen SlaterSandy Kessler
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Anita MorrisCarol Dodsworth
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Bill PullmanEarl James Mott
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William G. SchillingChief Henry Benton
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Art EvansLt. Bender
- Clarence FelderLt. Walters
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J.E. FreemanBedroom Killer
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Gary RileyHeavy Metal Kid
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Frank SiveroThe Mugger
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Phyllis ApplegateLoan Officer
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Jeannine BisignanoHooker in Car
- J.P. BumsteadTechnician
Frequently asked questions
Which OTT platform is Ruthless People streaming on?
Ruthless People is currently available in India on YouTube.
Can I watch Ruthless People for free?
You can rent or buy Ruthless People on YouTube.
Is Ruthless People on Netflix?
No, Ruthless People is not on Netflix in India right now. You can watch it on YouTube.
Is Ruthless People on Amazon Prime Video?
No, Ruthless People is not on Amazon Prime Video in India right now. You can watch it on YouTube.
Is Ruthless People on JioHotstar?
No, Ruthless People is not on JioHotstar in India right now. You can watch it on YouTube.
Who is in the cast of Ruthless People?
Ruthless People stars Danny DeVito, Bette Midler, Judge Reinhold, Helen Slater and Anita Morris. Danny DeVito movies on OTT →
Who directed Ruthless People?
Ruthless People is directed by Jim Abrahams, David Zucker and Jerry Zucker. All movies directed by Jim Abrahams →
How long is Ruthless People?
Ruthless People runs for 1h 34m (94 minutes).
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