Above the Law (1988) movie poster

Above the Law (1988)

"He's a cop who believes no one is above the law."
ThumbScore
👍 79%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 48% (RT: 50%, MC: 45) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Runtime
1h 39m
Country
United States of America, Hong Kong
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.1/10 (773 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
50%
Metacritic
45
Cast
Steven Seagal as Nico Toscani
Pam Grier as Delores 'Jacks' Jackson
Henry Silva as Kurt Zagon
Sharon Stone as Sara Toscani
Ron Dean as Detective Lukich
Daniel Faraldo as Tony Salvano
Joe Greco as Father Joseph Gennaro
Vince Viverito as Giuseppe
Most people think so. 79% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 773 votes. Critics scored it lower at 48%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
Nico Toscani is an Italian immigrant, American patriot, ex-CIA agent, aikido specialist and unorthodox Chicago policeman. He is as committed to his job as he is to his personalized brand of justice—expert and thorough bone-crushing. Wikipedia ↗
Fun Facts
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
  • The initial cut of Above the Law was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
  • Steven Seagal spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
Audience Consensus

Above the Law is a 1988 action, crime, thriller film directed by Andrew Davis. Nico Toscani is an Italian immigrant, American patriot, ex-CIA agent, aikido specialist and unorthodox Chicago policeman. He is as committed to his job as he is to his personalized brand of justice—expert and thorough bone-crushing.

The film has been rated by 773 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a action film, Above the Law delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences.

Above the Law (1988) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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