---
title: "Hard Sun"
year: 2014
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/hard-sun-2014"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 304850
imdb_id: "tt2934696"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 95
community_rating: 5.2
vote_count: 4
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Hard Sun (2014) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/hard-sun-2014

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Topic: Film "Hard Sun" (2014).
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[1] Title: Hard Sun (2014). Release date: 11/21/2014 (US). Genre: Romance and Drama. Runtime: 1h 35m.
[2] Plot: After the death of her parents, a young woman assumes primary guardianship of her special needs brother. As she attempts to balance her new life with her brother and her own blossoming romance, it becomes painfully clear that life will only make room for one.
[3] Director: Canyon Prince. Cast: Robyn Buck, John Bain, Ben Begley, Tami Carey.
[4] Note: This source refers to a British six-part pre-apocalyptic crime drama television series. This is a different "Hard Sun". I must be careful not to mix the film with the TV series.
[5] Confirms it's a movie from 2014.
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Title: Hard Sun
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## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Hoopla, Fawesome, Filmtap | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Filmtap | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Hoopla, Filmtap | Apple TV Store |
| **Australia (AU)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Filmtap | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Canyon Prince
- **Networks / Studios**: Two Guys and a Film

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Robyn Buck** as *Ruth*
- **John Bain** as *Riley*
- **Ben Begley** as *Josh*
- **Tamara Carey** as *Lucy*
- **J Michael Briggs** as *Ned*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Hard Sun online?
Hard Sun is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Hard Sun worth watching?
Hard Sun holds a community rating of 5.2/10 based on 4 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Romance, Drama for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Hard Sun and when was it released?
Hard Sun is a feature film with a runtime of 95 minutes. It was released in 2014. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Hard Sun?
Hard Sun was directed by Canyon Prince.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Hard Sun — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/304850)
- [Hard Sun (2014) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/304850-hard-sun/cast)
- [Hard Sun (2014) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2934696/)
- [Hard Sun - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hard_Sun)
- [Full cast of Hard Sun (Movie, 2014) - MovieMeter.com](https://www.moviemeter.com/movies/drama/hard-sun/cast)
- [Hard Sun (2014) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/hard-sun/credits)

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