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Riot on 42nd St. (1987)

Movie ★ 5.7 89 min

Drama

Tough ex-con Glenn Barnes gets paroled from prison after serving a sentence for manslaughter. Glenn plans to reopen his old nightclub the Garage on 42nd Street. Vicious rival nightclub owner Farrell threatens to take drastic measures if Glenn goes through with his plan. After all the employees get massacred by Farrell's flunkies on opening night, Glenn reverts back to his brutish criminal ways to exact a harsh revenge on Farrell and his men.

Tim Kincaid Director

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Quick facts

Released
October 30, 1987
Runtime
89 min
IMDb
tt0093865
Language
Studio
Entertainment Concepts, Tie-Bar, Films Around The World

Themes

Cast

John Hayden John Hayden Glenn Barnes Jeff Fahey Jeff Fahey Frank Tackler Kate Collins Michelle Owens Rick Gianasi Rip Frances Sherman Frances Sherman Barbara Zerocks Himself LeeAnne Baker LeeAnne Baker New Dancer Tom Billett Tom Billett Thug Mary Fahey Lulu Lance Lewman Lance Lewman Tom Barnes Michael Speero Farrell Karen Dimitri Disiree Beverly Eaby Destiny Taunie Vrenon Chantal Amy Brentano Amy Brentano Greer Lisa Dean 1st Hooker Lottie Lachica 2nd Hooker Lorie Parker The Blonde

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Frequently asked questions

What is Riot on 42nd St. about?
Tough ex-con Glenn Barnes gets paroled from prison after serving a sentence for manslaughter. Glenn plans to reopen his old nightclub the Garage on 42nd Street. Vicious rival nightclub owner Farrell threatens to take drastic measures if Glenn goes through with his plan. After all the employees get massacred by Farrell's flunkies on opening night, Glenn reverts back to his brutish criminal ways to exact a harsh revenge on Farrell and his men.
Who directed Riot on 42nd St.?
Riot on 42nd St. was directed by Tim Kincaid.
Who stars in Riot on 42nd St.?
Riot on 42nd St. stars John Hayden, Jeff Fahey, Kate Collins, Rick Gianasi.
When was Riot on 42nd St. released?
Riot on 42nd St. is a 1987 drama film.
Where can I watch Riot on 42nd St.?
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