Riot
“The streets of Los Angeles became a battlefield”
Synopsis
In April 1992, following the notorious Rodney King verdict, the streets of Los Angeles became a battlefield, the backdrop to four personal intertwined stories.
Top Cast
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Luke Perry
Boomer
Dante Basco
Jeff Lee
Mario Van Peebles
Turner
Kieu Chinh
Mrs. Lee
Alexis Cruz
Carlos
Yelba Osorio
Iris
John Ortiz
Ciaco
Douglas Spain
Manuel
Phillip Wong
Phil (segment "Gold Mountain") (as Phil Wong)
Lucy Liu
Tiffany
Mako
Mr. Lee
Melvin Van Peebles
Vernon
Cicely Tyson
Maggie
Derek Basco
Lyle
Dean Norris
Kalena
Paula Jai Parker
Lisa
Clifton Powell
Steve
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 27, 1997
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Richard Di Lello, David C. Johnson, Galen Yuen, Alex Munoz
- Screenplay & Story
- Richard Di Lello, Joseph B. Vasquez, Galen Yuen, David C. Johnson
- Original Title
- Riot
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Production Studios
- Showtime Networks
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Richard Di Lello, David C. Johnson, Galen Yuen, Alex Munoz
Richard Di Lello, Joseph B. Vasquez, Galen Yuen, David C. Johnson
Shelly Glasser
Department Leadership Roster
Richard Di Lello
Director
David C. Johnson
Director
Galen Yuen
Director
Richard Di Lello
Writer
Joseph B. Vasquez
Writer
Galen Yuen
Writer
David C. Johnson
Writer
Alex Munoz
Director
Shelly Glasser
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Riot
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Riot about?
In April 1992, following the notorious Rodney King verdict, the streets of Los Angeles became a battlefield, the backdrop to four personal intertwined stories.
Who directed Riot?
Riot was directed by Richard Di Lello, David C. Johnson, Galen Yuen, Alex Munoz.
Who stars in Riot?
The principal cast of Riot includes Luke Perry, Dante Basco, Mario Van Peebles, Kieu Chinh, Alexis Cruz.
When was Riot released and how long is it?
Riot was released in 1997 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.