Paris, Texas
Runtime
145 min
Original language
English
Country of origin
United Kingdom
Type
Movie
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Paris, Texas (1984)

British Movie1984Rating 8.1
📌 Available on MUBI and Max and Pluto TV🛡️ Adults 18+
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A man emerges from the desert wasteland, stripped of identity and memory. When his brother rescues him, a painful journey begins to reconstruct a life shattered by abandonment and shame. Paris, Texas unfolds as an intimate portrait of loss, revealing how deeply one man's disappearance has fractured everyone he left behind, forcing him to confront the impossible distance between redemption and the damage already done.

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EnergyMeasured and gradual
ToneLight and steady
ExperienceStraightforward viewing experience
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What to expect from this title?Expect a lighter watch that runs on dialogue, chemistry, and day-to-day situations more than escalation.
Dialogue drives the rhythmChemistry matters more than escalationEasy to settle into
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18+Adults
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Runtime
145 min
Original language
English
Country of origin
United Kingdom
Type
Movie
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⭐ 84.5/100📊 4 sources🕒 2026-05-17
IMDb8.1/10139.1K votes81
Rotten Tomatoes95%95
Metacritic81/10081
TMDB8.1/102.2K votes81
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DirectorWim Wenders
WritingSam ShepardL.M. Kit Carson
CastHarry Dean StantonNastassja KinskiDean StockwellHunter CarsonAurore Clément
ProductionDon GuestChris SievernichAnatole DaumanWim Wenders
MusicDouglas AxtellRy CooderHartmut Eichgrün
CinematographyRobby MüllerMartin SchäferPim Tjujerman

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⚠️Soft performer1.25x
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⚠️ Soft performer

Revenue crossed the budget line with a thin margin

The release covered its reported production cost, but the commercial cushion remained narrow.
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Weak return
The release delivered $2.2M against a reported budget of $1.8M to land close to a commercial breakeven line.
💹 Return multiple: 1.25x📈 ROI: +25%🧾 Soft performer
💰Budget
$1.8M1.8 million USD
Reported production cost in USD.
🌍Worldwide revenue
$2.2M2.2 million USD
Total reported box office return in USD.
⚠️Commercial gap
+$432K+432 thousand USD
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1.25x1.25x
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Budget
$1.8M
Revenue
$2.2M
Commercial gap
+$432K
Budget: $1.8M • Revenue: $2.2M • Commercial gap: +$432K ROI +25%
This commercial analysis compares the release budget, total revenue, commercial gap, and return multiple to explain the final box office position. — Covered budget with a limited margin.
Financial data is based on available sources and may be updated when official or newer figures become available.

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Director: Wim Wenders

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1Where can I watch Paris, Texas?
The film is available on multiple platforms: Prime Video, Max, MUBI, and Pluto TV. You can choose the platform available to you and enjoy this cinematic classic.
2How long is the film and is it suitable for all ages?
The film runs for 145 minutes (approximately 2 hours 25 minutes). It's a psychologically complex drama directed by renowned filmmaker Wim Wenders. It's recommended for adults and older teenagers who appreciate deep artistic dramas.
3What is the main theme of Paris, Texas?
The film tells the story of a man who emerges from nowhere after a long disappearance, suffering from psychological emptiness and silence, trying to rebuild his life in Paris, Texas. The narrative revolves around his attempt to reconnect with his son and repair his painful past.
4Who directs the film and who are the main actors?
The film is directed by renowned German filmmaker Wim Wenders and stars Harry Dean Stanton in the lead role, alongside talented actress Nastassja Kinski, Dean Stockwell, and other cast members.
5Is Paris, Texas an old film? Is it still worth watching today?
The film is from 1984 and is considered a world cinema classic. It's absolutely worth watching today as it offers deep psychological drama and masterful artistic direction that never loses its value over time.
6Does the film have a gripping plot or is it slow-paced?
Paris, Texas is a philosophical art drama that relies on deliberate slowness and psychological reflection rather than thrills. If you love deep, complex classic films, you'll appreciate it. However, if you're looking for fast-paced action and excitement, it may not be for you.

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