Volunteers
“Ready or not, here they come.”
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After graduating from Yale in 1962, womanizing Lawrence flees a gambling debt that his rich dad won't pay and takes his roomie's place as a Peace Corps Volunteer in the Thai Golden Triangle with two other PCVs. Will he survive two years?
Cast
Tom Hanks
as Lawrence Whatley Bourne III
John Candy
as Tom Tuttle
Rita Wilson
as Beth Wexler
Tim Thomerson
as John Reynolds
Gedde Watanabe
as At Toon
George Plimpton
as Lawrence Bourne Jr.
Ernest Harada
as Chung Mee
Allan Arbus
as Albert Bardenaro
Xander Berkeley
as Kent Sutcliffe
Ji-Tu Cumbuka
as Cicero
Jacqueline Evans
as Aunt Eunice
Pamela Gual
as Tammy
Chick Hearn
as Announcer
Virginia Kiser
as Evelyn Bourne
Clyde Kusatsu
as Souvanna
Jude Mussetter
as Bootsy Winder
Carlos Romano
as Beatty
Duncan Ross
as Noble
Shakti Chen
as Lucille
Professor Toru Tanaka
as Sumo Guard
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Stream Volunteers online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A talked-about comedy movie originally produced in English and released in 1985, it's earned a solid 5.5/10 from 182 viewers worldwide.
About Volunteers
“Ready or not, here they come.”
After graduating from Yale in 1962, womanizing Lawrence flees a gambling debt that his rich dad won't pay and takes his roomie's place as a Peace Corps Volunteer in the Thai Golden Triangle with two other PCVs. Will he survive two years? Running 107 minutes.
Volunteers Cast and Characters
The cast features Tom Hanks (as Lawrence Whatley Bourne III), John Candy (as Tom Tuttle), Rita Wilson (as Beth Wexler), Tim Thomerson (as John Reynolds), and Gedde Watanabe (as At Toon). Their performances are a major reason Volunteers has built such a passionate audience.
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On Bowood.TV you can watch Volunteers free — no account, no credit card, no ads in the middle of the show. We stream the full film in 720p / 1080p HD, with subtitles when available, on any device: phone, tablet, laptop, or smart TV browser.
▶ Watch Volunteers NowWhy People Are Watching Volunteers
Volunteers flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is sharp comedic timing that lands consistently. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Volunteers
Where can I watch Volunteers online for free?
You can watch Volunteers online free on Bowood.TV. Just open the page and hit play — no signup, no subscription, full HD streaming on phone, tablet, or desktop.
How long is Volunteers?
Volunteers runs for 107 minutes (about 1.8 hours).
Is Volunteers good? What's the rating?
Volunteers holds a 5.5/10 rating based on 182 reviews — a niche pick worth checking out.
Who is in the cast of Volunteers?
The main cast includes Tom Hanks, John Candy, Rita Wilson, and Tim Thomerson, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Volunteers available in English?
Yes — Volunteers was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was Volunteers released?
Volunteers was released in 1985.
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Where can I watch Volunteers for free?
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What is Volunteers about?
Volunteers is a Comedy English-language film. After graduating from Yale in 1962, womanizing Lawrence flees a gambling debt that his rich dad won't pay and takes his roomie's place as a Peace Corps Volunteer in the Thai Golden Triangle with two other PCVs. Will he survive two years?
When was Volunteers released?
Volunteers was released on August 16, 1985. It has a runtime of 1h 47m. The film was produced by HBO Films.
Who stars in Volunteers?
Volunteers stars Tom Hanks, John Candy, Rita Wilson and Tim Thomerson. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is Volunteers available in HD?
Yes, Volunteers is available to stream in high definition (HD) on Bowood.TV. Our players automatically deliver the best quality your connection supports — no extra setup needed.