L.A. Takedown (1989): cast, story & where to watch
1989 · Film · ★ 5.6
Released in 1989, L.A. Takedown is an action, thriller, drama and crime film directed by Michael Mann, running about 97 minutes. “If you thought Miami was rough, you haven't worked the streets of L.A.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Michael Mann's gutsy telefilm tells the tale of two skilled professionals--one a cop, the other a criminal--who aren't as different as they think. Vincent Hanna is an intense cop on the trail of ruthless armed robber Patrick McLaren. After a botched heist, the two men confront each via a full scale battle on the seedy streets of Los Angeles.
Who’s in it. L.A. Takedown stars Scott Plank as Vincent Hanna, Alex McArthur as Patrick McLaren, Michael Rooker as Bosko and Ely Pouget as Lillian Hanna, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, L.A. Takedown has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch L.A. Takedown page.
If you liked it. Fans of L.A. Takedown 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 L.A. Takedown (1989)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for L.A. Takedown change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is L.A. Takedown worth watching?
- L.A. Takedown holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in L.A. Takedown?
- L.A. Takedown stars Scott Plank, Alex McArthur, Michael Rooker, Ely Pouget and Vincent Guastaferro.
- When was L.A. Takedown released?
- L.A. Takedown was released in 1989, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.