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Bad Lieutenant

"Gambler. Thief. Junkie. Killer. Cop."

November 20, 1992 1h 36m 7.0/10 (928 votes)

Originally released in 1992. Bad Lieutenant is a crime/drama film. directed by Abel Ferrara.

Starring Harvey Keitel, Brian McElroy, and Frankie Acciarito

Synopsis

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.

Quick Facts

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Release Date November 20, 1992 33 years ago
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Runtime 1h 36m 96 minutes total
User Rating 7.0/10 Great (928 votes)
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Budget $1M Production budget
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Box Office $2M 2.0x return
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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
$1,000,000
Revenue
$2,019,469

Production Companies

  • Pressman Film

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bad Lieutenant about?

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.

Who directed Bad Lieutenant?

Bad Lieutenant was directed by Abel Ferrara.

How long is Bad Lieutenant?

Bad Lieutenant has a runtime of 1 hours and 36 minutes (96 minutes total).

When was Bad Lieutenant released?

Bad Lieutenant was released on November 20, 1992 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Bad Lieutenant?

The main cast of Bad Lieutenant includes Harvey Keitel, Brian McElroy, Frankie Acciarito, Peggy Gormley, Stella Keitel.

Is Bad Lieutenant worth watching?

Bad Lieutenant has a user rating of 7.0/10 based on 928 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.