Avenging Angel (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 1985, Avenging Angel is an action and thriller film directed by Robert Vincent O'Neil, running about 93 minutes. “It's 4 years later. She's graduating college. The cop who got her off the street has been murdered. ANGEL'S back... with a vengeance!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Molly, former baby prostitute "Angel" from Sunset Boulevard, has managed to leave her street life with help of Lt. Andrews. She studies law at an university and aims to become attorney. When she learns that Andrews was shot during a failed observation by brutal gangsters, she returns downtown to take revenge
Who’s in it. Avenging Angel stars Betsy Russell as Molly Stewart/Angel, Rory Calhoun as Kit Carson, Robert F. Lyons as Lt. Hugh Andrews and Steven M. Porter as Yo-Yo Charlie, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, Avenging Angel has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Night Flight Plus, Eternal Family and Troma NOW and rent or buy it from Fandango At Home and Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Avenging Angel page.
If you liked it. Fans of Avenging Angel 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 Avenging Angel (1985)?
- In US, Avenging Angel is available to stream on Night Flight Plus, Eternal Family and Troma NOW, and rent or buy from Fandango At Home and Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Avenging Angel worth watching?
- Avenging Angel holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and thriller. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Avenging Angel?
- Avenging Angel stars Betsy Russell, Rory Calhoun, Robert F. Lyons, Steven M. Porter and Ossie Davis.
- When was Avenging Angel released?
- Avenging Angel was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.