---
title: "Vroom"
year: 1988
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/vroom-1988"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 250095
imdb_id: "tt0096405"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 89
community_rating: 6.5
vote_count: 9
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Vroom (1988) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/vroom-1988

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "Vroom" (1988).
Constraint 1: Use ONLY verifiable facts from the provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
Constraint 2: No invented titles, names, dates, counts, awards, ratings, box-office, or plot points.
Constraint 3: Write original, neutral, encyclopedic prose in plain text.
Constraint 4: No markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points.
Constraint 5: First sentence must not contain spoilers.
Constraint 6: Word count must be 150-190 words.
Title: Vroom
Year: 1988
Release Date (GB): 11/11/1988
Genres: Romance and Drama
Runtime: 1h 29m
Plot: Two young men and a sultry divorcee flee their drab hometown existence, taking to the road in a bubblegum pink chevrolet.
Additional Plot Detail: The two young men hope to fulfill their dreams by hitting the open road in a classic American car they have lovingly restored. They take along the sultry divorcee.
Director: Beeban Kidron (it is her directorial debut).
Drafting Sentence 1 (No spoilers): Vroom is a 1988 film categorized within the romance and drama genres. (13 words)
Drafting Sentence 2 (Details): Released in Great Britain on November 11, 1

## 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, Shout! Factory Amazon Channel | Hoopla | Google Play Movies, YouTube, Apple TV Store |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | None | BFI Player |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Hoopla | YouTube, Apple TV Store |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Beeban Kidron
- **Networks / Studios**: British Screen Finance, Film Four International

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Clive Owen** as *Jake*
- **Diana Quick** as *Susan*
- **David Thewlis** as *Ringe*
- **Melanie Kilburn** as *Kate*
- **Rosalind Bennett** as *Lyn*
- **Moya Brady** as *Tess*
- **Sheila Reid** as *Jake's Mother*
- **Bill Rodgers** as *Bluto*
- **Tim Potter** as *Harry*
- **Jim Broadbent** as *Donald*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Vroom online?
Vroom is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Shout! Factory Amazon Channel, Google Play Movies. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Vroom worth watching?
Vroom holds a community rating of 6.5/10 based on 9 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Romance, Drama for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Vroom and when was it released?
Vroom is a feature film with a runtime of 89 minutes. It was released in 1988. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Vroom?
Vroom was directed by Beeban Kidron.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Vroom — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/250095)
- [Vroom (1988) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0096405/fullcredits/)
- [Vroom (1988) — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/250095-vroom)
- [Vroom (1988) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/vroom/credits)
- [Vroom - Full Cast & Crew - TV Guide](https://www.tvguide.com/movies/vroom/cast/2030036394/)
- [Vroom (1988) | Creators | ČSFD.cz](https://www.csfd.cz/en-gb/film/29734-vroom/cast/)

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