---
title: "Why Me?"
year: 1990
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/why-me-1990"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 142946
imdb_id: "tt0100931"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 87
community_rating: 5.7
vote_count: 38
content_rating: "R"
---

# Why Me? (1990) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/why-me-1990

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Why Me? is a 1990 American caper comedy film directed by Gene Quintano. The film features a cast that includes Christopher Lambert, Kim Greist, Christopher Lloyd, and J. T. Walsh. The screenplay was written by Donald E. Westlake and Leonard Maas Jr., the latter being a pseudonym used by David Koepp. The story is based on the fifth book in a series written by Donald E. Westlake featuring the character John Dortmun. The plot follows a jewel thief who steals a sacred ruby, an action that triggers a high-stakes chase involving the police, the Turkish government, the CIA, and a group of American terrorists. The film, which is categorized under the comedy and action genres, has a runtime of one hour and twenty-seven minutes. It was released in the United States on April 20, 1990, and carries an R rating. The central premise involves two characters named Bruno and Gus who find themselves targeted after successfully completing a major heist.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel, MGM Plus | The Roku Channel, Tubi TV | None |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | None |
| **Canada (CA)** | MGM Amazon Channel | Tubi TV | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Gene Quintano
- **Networks / Studios**: Epic Productions, Carolina Films, Diamant Production

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Christopher Lambert** as *Gus Cardinale*
- **Kim Greist** as *June Daley*
- **Christopher Lloyd** as *Bruno Daley*
- **J.T. Walsh** as *Francis Mahoney*
- **Gregory Millar** as *Leon*
- **Wendel Meldrum** as *Gatou Vardebedian*
- **Michael J. Pollard** as *Ralph*
- **John Hancock** as *Tiny*
- **Jill Terashita** as *Hostess*
- **Jack Kehler** as *Freedly*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Why Me? online?
Why Me? is currently available to watch or stream on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Why Me? worth watching?
Why Me? holds a community rating of 5.7/10 based on 38 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Comedy, Action for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Why Me? and when was it released?
Why Me? is a feature film with a runtime of 87 minutes. It was released in 1990. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Why Me??
Why Me? was directed by Gene Quintano.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Why Me? — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/142946)
- [Why Me? (1990 film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Why_Me%3F_(1990_film))
- [Why Me? (1990) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/142946-why-me/cast)
- [Why Me? - Cast & Crew - Flickchart](https://www.flickchart.com/movie/why-me-1990/credits)

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