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Marked for Death

1990·Movie
1h 33min·R
48
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb5.9Metacritic496.5Rotten Tomatoes27%50%
IMDb5.9Metacritic496.5Rotten Tomatoes27%50%

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High energy, light on feelings.

Energy

Brutally violent and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

  • Violence9
  • Adrenaline8
  • Fast Pace8

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Catharsis5
  • Pathos4
  • Melancholy4

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Physical Comedy3
  • Dark Humor3
  • Wit & Wordplay2

World

Everyday modern life and crime

  • World Immersion6
  • Dialogue Centrality5
  • Rewatchability4

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction6
  • Acting6
  • Narrative Structure6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition5

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightParty VibeSolo WatchBinge-FriendlyPure Escapism

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Graphic violence bothers youYou want something quiet and calm

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About

He's a good cop. In a bad mood.

Just retired from the Drug Enforcement Agency, John Hatcher returns to his hometown and quickly discovers that drugs have infiltrated his old neighborhood. Determined to drive the dealers out, Hatcher crosses paths with a ferocious Jamaican drug lord who vows that Hatcher and his family are now marked for death.
Action ThrillerDrug EnforcementJamaican Drug LordVengeance StoryUrban CrimeExplosive ViolenceFast-Paced Action90s Action FilmNeighborhood Justice

Crew

Directed by:
Dwight H. Little, Conrad E. Palmisano, Jerry Ziesmer
Written by:
Mark Victor, Michael Grais
Produced by:
Steven Seagal, Ellie Kanner, Peter Macgregor-Scott
Composed by:
James Newton Howard, Paul Massey, Richard C. Franklin

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Marked for Death

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Where can I stream Marked for Death legally?

fuboTV

Marked for Death is included with a subscription to fuboTV in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Marked for Death worth watching?

48
MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 48/100 (IMDb 5.9, Rotten Tomatoes 27%, and Metacritic 49). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Marked for Death rated?

RViolenceStrong languageDrug use

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence, strong language, and drug use.

How long is Marked for Death?

1 h 33 min

Marked for Death runs 1 h 33 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Marked for Death?

Critics38
Audiences58

Not quite. Audiences rate Marked for Death higher (58) than critics (38). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was Marked for Death a box office hit?

Budget$12 million
Box office$46 million

Yes. It cost about $12 million to make and earned $46 million worldwide, 3.8 times its budget.

What language is Marked for Death in?

EnglishRussian

It was made in English, with some Russian. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Marked for Death?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Marked for Death in 70 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Marked for Death use?

Cryptic ConversationThe Mob Boss Is ScarierFunny Background EventShout-OutMandatory UnretirementBackup TwinBond One-LinerVillains Out ShoppingThe YardiesSword CaneImpaled with Extreme PrejudiceFruit Cartand 14 more

TV Tropes lists 26 storytelling tropes for Marked for Death, including Cryptic Conversation, The Mob Boss Is Scarier, Funny Background Event.