Assault on Precinct 13 movie poster

Assault on Precinct 13

"A white-hot night of hate!"

October 8, 1976 1h 31m 7.3/10 (1,163 votes)

Originally released in 1976. Assault on Precinct 13 is a thriller/action film. directed by John Carpenter.

Starring Austin Stoker, Darwin Joston, and Laurie Zimmer

Synopsis

A highway patrol officer, two criminals, and a station secretary form an unlikely alliance to defend a defunct Los Angeles precinct against a siege by a bloodthirsty street gang.

Quick Facts

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Release Date October 8, 1976 49 years ago
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Runtime 1h 31m 91 minutes total
User Rating 7.3/10 Great (1,163 votes)
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Budget $150K Production budget
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$150,000

Production Companies

  • Overseas FilmGroup
  • The CKK Corporation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Assault on Precinct 13 about?

A highway patrol officer, two criminals, and a station secretary form an unlikely alliance to defend a defunct Los Angeles precinct against a siege by a bloodthirsty street gang.

Who directed Assault on Precinct 13?

Assault on Precinct 13 was directed by John Carpenter.

How long is Assault on Precinct 13?

Assault on Precinct 13 has a runtime of 1 hours and 31 minutes (91 minutes total).

When was Assault on Precinct 13 released?

Assault on Precinct 13 was released on October 8, 1976 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Assault on Precinct 13?

The main cast of Assault on Precinct 13 includes Austin Stoker, Darwin Joston, Laurie Zimmer, Martin West, Tony Burton.

Is Assault on Precinct 13 worth watching?

Assault on Precinct 13 has a user rating of 7.3/10 based on 1,163 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.