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Bad Lieutenant (1992)

โ€œGambler. Thief. Junkie. Killer. Cop.โ€

7.0/10 ยท 992 votes 1h 36m nc-17 DramaCrime

#29 of 75 films from 1992 #1800 of 3759 in drama

Directed by Abel Ferrara ยท Written by Abel Ferrara, Zoรซ Lund

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Overview

While investigating a young nun's rape, a corrupt New York City police detective, with a serious drug and gambling addiction, tries to change his ways and find forgiveness.

Cast

Harvey Keitelas LT
Brian McElroyas LT's Son #1
Frankie Acciaritoas LT's Son #2
Peggy Gormleyas LT's Wife
Stella Keitelas LT's Daughter
Dana Deeas LT's Baby Girl
Victor Argoas Bet Cop
Paul Calderonas Cop #1
Leonard L. Thomasas Cop #2
Anthony Ruggieroas Lite
Vincent Larescaas JC
Robin Burrowsas Ariane
Victoria Bastelas Bowtay
G. Elvis Phillipsas Young Cop

Facts

Release dateNovember 20, 1992
Runtime96 min (1h 36m) โ€” shorter as the 1992 average of 109 min
GenresDrama, Crime
LanguageEN
Budget$1,000,000
Box office$2,019,469 (2.0ร— budget)
IMDbtt0103759

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Questions

How long is Bad Lieutenant?
Bad Lieutenant runs 96 minutes (1h 36m).
Is Bad Lieutenant worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7/10 across 992 votes, which places it #29 of 75 films released in 1992 in this index (top 63%) and #1800 among 3759 drama titles.
Who directed Bad Lieutenant?
Bad Lieutenant was directed by Abel Ferrara. Other well-rated titles by the same director: King of New York (1990), Body Snatchers (1993).
Who stars in Bad Lieutenant?
Harvey Keitel as LT; Brian McElroy as LT's Son #1; Frankie Acciarito as LT's Son #2; Peggy Gormley as LT's Wife; Stella Keitel as LT's Daughter; Dana Dee as LT's Baby Girl.
What is Bad Lieutenant rated?
It carries a nc-17 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Bad Lieutenant?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/18443.

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