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Cape Fear

Sam Bowden has always provided for his family's future. But the past is coming back to haunt them.

DramaCrimeThriller
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1991-11-13
2h 8m
English
Released
Amblin Entertainment

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Sam Bowden is a small-town corporate attorney. Max Cady is a tattooed, cigar-smoking, Bible-quoting, psychotic rapist. What do they have in common? 14 years ago, Sam was a public defender assigned to Max Cady's rape trial, and he made a serious error: he hid a document from his illiterate client that could have gotten him acquitted. Now, the cagey Cady has been released, and he intends to teach Sam Bowden and his family a thing or two about loss.

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Where does Cape Fear rank today?

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Stream Cape Fear online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A well-rated drama, crime, and thriller movie originally produced in English and released in 1991, it's earned a solid 7.3/10 from 3,857 viewers worldwide.

About Cape Fear

Sam Bowden has always provided for his family's future. But the past is coming back to haunt them.

Sam Bowden is a small-town corporate attorney. Max Cady is a tattooed, cigar-smoking, Bible-quoting, psychotic rapist. What do they have in common? 14 years ago, Sam was a public defender assigned to Max Cady's rape trial, and he made a serious error: he hid a document from his illiterate client that could have gotten him acquitted. Now, the cagey Cady has been released, and he intends to teach Sam Bowden and his family a thing or two about loss. Running 128 minutes.

Cape Fear Cast and Characters

The cast features Robert De Niro (as Max Cady), Nick Nolte (as Sam Bowden), Jessica Lange (as Leigh Bowden), Juliette Lewis (as Danielle Bowden), and Joe Don Baker (as Claude Kersek). Their performances are a major reason Cape Fear has built such a passionate audience.

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Why People Are Watching Cape Fear

Cape Fear flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts and tight pacing that earns its twists. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.

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Where can I watch Cape Fear online for free?

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How long is Cape Fear?

Cape Fear runs for 128 minutes (about 2.1 hours).

Is Cape Fear good? What's the rating?

Cape Fear holds a 7.3/10 rating based on 3,857 reviews — well above average.

Who is in the cast of Cape Fear?

The main cast includes Robert De Niro, Nick Nolte, Jessica Lange, and Juliette Lewis, plus a strong supporting ensemble.

Is Cape Fear available in English?

Yes — Cape Fear was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.

When was Cape Fear released?

Cape Fear was released in 1991.

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Where can I watch Cape Fear for free?

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What is Cape Fear about?

Cape Fear is a Drama/Crime English-language film. Sam Bowden is a small-town corporate attorney. Max Cady is a tattooed, cigar-smoking, Bible-quoting, psychotic rapist. What do they have in common? 14 years ago, Sam was a public defender assigned to Max Cady's rape trial, and he made a serious error: he hid a document from his illiterate client that could have gotten him acquitted. Now, the cagey Cady has been released, and he intends to teach Sam Bowden and his family a thing or two about loss.

When was Cape Fear released?

Cape Fear was released on November 13, 1991. It has a runtime of 2h 8m. The film was produced by Amblin Entertainment.

Who stars in Cape Fear?

Cape Fear stars Robert De Niro, Nick Nolte, Jessica Lange and Juliette Lewis. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.

Is Cape Fear available in HD?

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