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Timerider: The Adventure of Lyle Swann

1982Movie1 h 33 minPG

Western
46
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb5.4Rotten Tomatoes–30%
46
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb5.4Rotten Tomatoes–30%

Summary

Lyle Swann is a successful off-road racer who mistakenly gets sent back in time 100 years.

Good for

  • Date night
  • Friends night
  • Party vibe

Where to watch

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Not streaming in United States. Where it is:

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Cast

17 of 17

Crew

Directed by
William Dear
Written by
William Dear, Michael Nesmith
Produced by
Harry Gittes
Music by
Michael Nesmith

Everyone

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Facts

August 27, 1982 · 1 h 33 min · PG

Released
August 27, 1982
Runtime
1 h 33 min
Age rating
PG
Content
Violence
Genres
Science Fiction, Western
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Available in
4 countries

Tropes

Big Bad, Bittersweet Ending, Skinny Dipping +9

Q&A

6 questions, like "Where can I stream Timerider: The Adventure of Lyle Swann?"

Questions about Timerider: The Adventure of Lyle Swann

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Timerider: The Adventure of Lyle Swann?

It streams in 1 other country, but not in the United States.

Is Timerider: The Adventure of Lyle Swann worth watching?

46
MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 46 (IMDb 5.4).

Is Timerider: The Adventure of Lyle Swann okay for kids?

PGViolence

Not for young kids: it's rated PG in the United States for violence, and the viewing guide lists it for teens and adults.

Can I half-watch Timerider: The Adventure of Lyle Swann?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 5 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it good for background watching.

Is Timerider: The Adventure of Lyle Swann good for date night?

and 3 moreDate NightPartner WatchAdultsFriends NightParty Vibe

Yes: romance is 6 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.

What tropes does Timerider: The Adventure of Lyle Swann use?

Big BadBittersweet EndingSkinny DippingCaptain ObliviousCurious as a MonkeyCreator Cameo20 Minutes into the FutureThe Full Name AdventuresImplacable ManPinball ProtagonistArc NumberRamp Jumpand 20 more

TV Tropes lists 32 tropes for it, including Big Bad, Bittersweet Ending, and Skinny Dipping.