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Death Warrant

1990·Movie·R·89 min·6.2(626)

He loves a good fight.

Canadian policeman Louis Burke is assigned in a jail to investigate the murders of prisoners and jailors. While there, Louis, using his outstanding martial arts skills, is able to save his life and make himself respected in this violent world.

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About Death Warrant

Death Warrant is a 1990 English-language action, crime and thriller film directed by Deran Sarafian. The cast is led by Jean-Claude Van Damme, Robert Guillaume, Cynthia Gibb. It has a runtime of 1h 29m. Viewers rate it 6.2/10 across 600 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, VIX .

Death Warrant was produced by MGM-Pathé Communications and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer and made in United States of America. It was released on September 14, 1990, and carries a R certification. Made on a budget of about $4 million, it went on to gross $47 million worldwide.

Director
Deran Sarafian
Writers
David S. Goyer
Release date
September 14, 1990
Original language
English
Age rating
R
Status
Released
Country
United States of America
Budget
$4 million
Box office
$47 million
Production
MGM-Pathé Communications, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
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Death Warrant cast & crew

Death Warrant was directed by Deran Sarafian and written by David S. Goyer.

The cast features Jean-Claude Van Damme as Louis Burke, Robert Guillaume as Hawkins, Cynthia Gibb as Amanda Beckett, Patrick Kilpatrick as Christian 'The Sandman' Naylor, Art LaFleur as Sergeant DeGraf, and George Dickerson as Tom Vogler.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Gary Chang, cinematography is by Russell Carpenter, and it was produced by Mark DiSalle and Alan Ladd Jr..

Is Death Warrant worth watching?

Death Warrant holds an audience score of 6.2/10 from 626 ratings, a solidly received action films.

At 1h 29m, it's an easy, time-light watch.

If you enjoy action, crime, and thriller, Death Warrant is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch Death Warrant

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Cast of Death Warrant

Jean-Claude Van Damme

Jean-Claude Van Damme

Louis Burke

Robert Guillaume

Robert Guillaume

Hawkins

Cynthia Gibb

Cynthia Gibb

Amanda Beckett

Patrick Kilpatrick

Patrick Kilpatrick

Christian 'The Sandman' Naylor

Art LaFleur

Art LaFleur

Sergeant DeGraf

George Dickerson

George Dickerson

Tom Vogler

Joshua John Miller

Joshua John Miller

Douglas Tisdale

Hank Stone

Hank Stone

Romaker

Conrad Dunn

Conrad Dunn

Konefke

Jack Bannon

Jack Bannon

Ben Keane

Abdul Salaam El Razzac

Abdul Salaam El Razzac

Priest

Armin Shimerman

Armin Shimerman

Dr. Gottesman

Death Warrant — FAQs

Where can I watch Death Warrant in United States?

Death Warrant is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, VIX , Tubi TV in United States.

Is Death Warrant on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Death Warrant is currently available on Amazon Prime Video in United States.

What language is Death Warrant in?

Death Warrant is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is Death Warrant?

Death Warrant runs 1 hours 29 minutes (89 minutes).

What is Death Warrant rated?

Death Warrant is rated R. It holds a 6.2/10 audience score from 626 ratings.

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