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Death Wish II (1982)

โ€œHe's Planning to Clean Up the City. HIS way!โ€

6.2/10 ยท 551 votes 1h 32m r ActionThrillerDramaCrime

#33 of 41 films from 1982 #1516 of 2168 in action

Directed by Michael Winner ยท Written by Michael Winner, David Engelbach

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Overview

Paul Kersey is again a vigilante trying to find five punks who murdered his housekeeper and daughter in Los Angeles.

Cast

Charles Bronsonas Paul Kersey
Jill Irelandas Geri Nichols
Vincent Gardeniaas Det. Frank Ochoa
J.D. Cannonas New York D.A.
Anthony Franciosaas Herman Baldwin
Ben Frankas Inspector Lt. Mankiewicz
Robin Sherwoodas Carol Kersey
Silvana Gallardoas Rosario
Robert F. Lyonsas Fred McKenzie
Michael Princeas Elliot Cass
Drew Snyderas Deputy Comm. Hawkins
Paul Lambertas New York Police Comm.
Thomas F. Duffyas Nirvana
Kevyn Major Howardas Stomper

Facts

Release dateFebruary 20, 1982
Runtime92 min (1h 32m) โ€” shorter as the 1982 average of 110 min
GenresAction, Thriller, Drama, Crime
LanguageEN
Budget$8,000,000
Box office$45,000,000 (5.6ร— budget)
IMDbtt0082250

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Questions

How long is Death Wish II?
Death Wish II runs 92 minutes (1h 32m).
Is Death Wish II worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.2/10 across 551 votes, which places it #33 of 41 films released in 1982 in this index (top 22%) and #1516 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed Death Wish II?
Death Wish II was directed by Michael Winner. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Death Wish (1974), Death Wish 3 (1985).
Who stars in Death Wish II?
Charles Bronson as Paul Kersey; Jill Ireland as Geri Nichols; Vincent Gardenia as Det. Frank Ochoa; J.D. Cannon as New York D.A.; Anthony Franciosa as Herman Baldwin; Ben Frank as Inspector Lt. Mankiewicz.
What is Death Wish II rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Death Wish II?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/18758.

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