Dead End City (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film · ★ 3.5
Released in 1988, Dead End City is an action film directed by Peter Yuval, running about 82 minutes. “No cops, no laws, no way out!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The government's new urban renewal policy results in street gangs fighting for control of the inner cities. While most of the residents flee, one factory owner determines to fight the gangs for his property.
Who’s in it. Dead End City stars Dennis Cole as Chief Felker, Gregory Scott Cummins as Jack Murphy, Christine Lunde as Opal Brand and Robert Z'Dar as Maximum, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.5/10, Dead End City has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Dead End City page.
If you liked it. Fans of Dead End City 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 Dead End City (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Dead End City change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Dead End City worth watching?
- Dead End City holds an audience score of 3.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Dead End City?
- Dead End City stars Dennis Cole, Gregory Scott Cummins, Christine Lunde, Robert Z'Dar and Durrell Nelson.
- When was Dead End City released?
- Dead End City was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 82 minutes.