Desperate Crimes (1993): cast, story & where to watch
1993 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1993, Desperate Crimes is an action and drama film directed by Andreas Marfori, running about 102 minutes. “Murder is the name of the game” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In the large industrial port of an Italian city - sailors, women, black market traffickers, sleazy nightclubs, and dingy narrow alleys make up a world of danger, where a young American girl vanishes without a trace while an Italian man tries to track her down. On the way, he encounters a strange group of characters: a beautiful and ambitious prostitute, a girl ravaged by drugs, and the ferocious Joe Nerescu who is battling against a rival gang so he can gain control of the port.
Who’s in it. Desperate Crimes stars Denise Crosby as Bella Blu, Van Quattro as Larry, Traci Lords as Laura and Rena Niehaus as Ute, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Desperate Crimes has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Desperate Crimes page.
If you liked it. Fans of Desperate Crimes 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 Desperate Crimes (1993)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Desperate Crimes change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Desperate Crimes worth watching?
- Desperate Crimes holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Desperate Crimes?
- Desperate Crimes stars Denise Crosby, Van Quattro, Traci Lords, Rena Niehaus and Franco Columbu.
- When was Desperate Crimes released?
- Desperate Crimes was released in 1993, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.