The Revenger
“They stripped him of his life, his pride and his woman...Revenge was all he had left!”
Synopsis
When saxophonist Mike Teller's brother Mackie is killed before being able to deliver $500,000 to mob boss Jack Fisher, Mike is arrested as an accomplice and thrown into prison for five years. Upon his release, he finds Fisher has kidnapped his wife, Lisa, believing Mike has the stolen drug money. With the help of Mackie's old Vietnam war buddy, Harry Crawford, Mike and Harry rescue Lisa, but now have to escape the clutches of the mob in Harry's remote cabin. Will Jack Fisher retrieve his money or will Mike get his revenge?
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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The Revenger trailer (1989) A.I.P. Oliver Reed
Type: Trailer • Published 2012-02-19
Top Cast
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Oliver Reed
Jack Fisher
Frank Zagarino
Michael Keller
Jeff Celentano
Harry Crawford (as Jeff Weston)
Nancy Mulford
Lisa
Sean Taylor
Tyron Richardson
Norman Anstey
Detective Marsh
John Cianetti
Willie Testa
John Pasternack
Big John Barron
Robin Smith
Chuck
Frank Notaro
Freddie
Arnold Vosloo
Mackie
Michael Brunner
Mel
Musetta Vander
Marissa
Elizabeth Giordano
Carol
Kimberleigh Stark
Jennifer
Release History & Theatrical Window
July 1, 1990
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Cedric Sundstrom
- Screenplay & Story
- John Cianetti
- Original Score
- Tim James, Steve McClintock, Garm Beall
- Original Title
- The Revenger
- Country of Origin
- South Africa, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 24m
- Production Studios
- Take Two Films, Action International Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Cedric Sundstrom
John Cianetti
Tim James, Steve McClintock, Garm Beall
George Bartels, Gary Graver
Paul O'Bryan
Jonathan Vanger, George Vanger
Department Leadership Roster
George Bartels
Director of Photography
Jonathan Vanger
Producer
John Cianetti
Writer
Paul O'Bryan
Editor
Cedric Sundstrom
Director
George Vanger
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Revenger
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Revenger about?
When saxophonist Mike Teller's brother Mackie is killed before being able to deliver $500,000 to mob boss Jack Fisher, Mike is arrested as an accomplice and thrown into prison for five years. Upon his release, he finds Fisher has kidnapped his wife, Lisa, believing Mike has the stolen drug money. With the help of Mackie's old Vietnam war buddy, Harry Crawford, Mike and Harry rescue Lisa, but now have to escape the clutches of the mob in Harry's remote cabin. Will Jack Fisher retrieve his money or will Mike get his revenge?
Who directed The Revenger?
The Revenger was directed by Cedric Sundstrom.
Who stars in The Revenger?
The principal cast of The Revenger includes Oliver Reed, Frank Zagarino, Jeff Celentano, Nancy Mulford, Sean Taylor.
When was The Revenger released and how long is it?
The Revenger was released in 1989 with a total runtime of 1h 24m.
Who composed the musical score for The Revenger?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Revenger was composed by Tim James, Steve McClintock, Garm Beall.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Revenger?
The Revenger holds official age classifications: GB: 18 (Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).