(Billy Bob Thornton) Their reckless rivalry quickly taxis out of their tense work arena and into their personal lives, leading to an increasingly troubling game of one-upmanship that could cost them everything. That's where this movie fails; it doesn't make up for the fact that the plot is a dud. © 2020 Home Box Office, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Explore cast information, synopsis and more. It's wasn't written that well and the plot isn't all that great. Start your free trial to watch Pushing Tin and other popular TV shows and movies including new releases, classics, Hulu Originals, and more. ‌If you’re a current HBO subscriber, you might already have access to HBO Max — all of HBO plus blockbuster movies, must-see series, and new Max Originals. Let's face it: air traffic controllers can only be so interesting and then what? Stream on any device any time. Cocky air-traffic controller John Cusack's expertise is challenged by ultra-cool newcomer Billy Bob Thornton in this comedy. The plane-landing business takes a competitive nosedive for a cocky young air-traffic controller (John Cusack) whose expertise is challenged by an ultra-cool newcomer. Pushing Tin has it's moments but anyone who watches it has to wade through some rather dull scenes to get to them. Watch Pushing Tin available now on HBO. Two air traffic controllers (John Cusack, Billy Bob Thornton) who thrive on living dangerously compete to outdo each other on several levels. It’s all on Hulu. Watch Pushing Tin starring John Cusack in this Drama on DIRECTV. It's available to watch on TV, online, tablets, phone.