Cartel (1990): cast, story & where to watch
1990 · Film · ★ 3

Released in 1990, Cartel is an action and adventure film directed by John Stewart, running about 106 minutes.
What it’s about. Chuck Taylor is a charter pilot who unknowingly smuggles cocaine for the Cartel into the U.S. Unfortunately he is captured by the feds. Ironically, so is Tony King, boss of the Cartel. The two are placed in the same cell, and a relentless battle of wills begins. King even has Taylor's family executed from behind bars. When King escapes from the prison, Taylor takes that as his cue to do likewise. He hunts down the members of the Cartel one by one, and gets vengeance for his loved ones in this ultra violent and bloody action flick.
Who’s in it. Cartel stars Miles O'Keeffe as Chuck Taylor, Don Stroud as Tony King, Crystal Carson as Donna Grey and Suzee Slater as Nancy, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.0/10, Cartel has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Cartel page.
If you liked it. Fans of Cartel tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Cartel (1990)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Cartel change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Cartel worth watching?
- Cartel holds an audience score of 3.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Cartel?
- Cartel stars Miles O'Keeffe, Don Stroud, Crystal Carson, Suzee Slater and Gregory Scott Cummins.
- When was Cartel released?
- Cartel was released in 1990, with a runtime of about 106 minutes.
