Smoke Signals

1h 29m · 1998 · Directed by Chris Eyre · 3.6 / 5 on Letterboxd

Smoke Signals (1998) runs 1h 29m, directed by Chris Eyre. It is one of 3,647 films in the 100 Minute Movies catalog — every one rated 3.0 or higher by Letterboxd members and short enough to finish in an evening.

Young Native American man Thomas is a nerd in his reservation, wearing oversize glasses and telling everyone stories no-one wants to hear. His parents died in a fire in 1976, and Thomas was saved by Arnold. Arnold soon left his family, and Victor hasn't seen his father for 10 years. When Victor hears Arnold has died, Thomas offers him funding for the trip to get Arnold's remains.

Genres: Drama, Comedy

Where to watch: Paramount+ (US, checked 9 July 2026)