The Wharf Rat
“Murder Demands Vengeance”
Synopsis
Two brothers live on the opposite sides of the law. One a cop, the other working the waterfront as a crooked businessman. When the policeman is mysteriously murdered, the crook becomes spurred to vengeance and joins forces with a journalist to nail the dirty cops who ordered the hit.
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The Wharf Rat (1995) VHS Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2025-01-24
Top Cast
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Lou Diamond Phillips
Petey Martin
Judge Reinhold
Doc
Rachel Ticotin
Dexter Ireland
Scott Cohen
Matt Martin
Rita Moreno
Mom
Alan Vint
Eli
Paul Willson
Sloopy
Steven Randazzo
Seafood Foreman
Beau Starr
Joey the Fist
Yank Azman
Funeral Director
Desmond Campbell
Jail Officer
Scott Wickware
Guard at Armored Yard
Shawn Lawrence
Armored Car Guard
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 11, 1996
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jimmy Huston
- Screenplay & Story
- Jimmy Huston
- Original Score
- Mervyn Warren
- Original Title
- The Wharf Rat
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Production Studios
- All Media Inc., Showtime Networks
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jimmy Huston
Jimmy Huston, Paul Kimatian
Mervyn Warren
Levie Isaacks
Christopher Rouse
Paul Kimatian
Department Leadership Roster
Steve Lucescu
Stunt Coordinator
Jimmy Huston
Screenplay
Paul Kimatian
Producer
Christopher Rouse
Editor
Levie Isaacks
Director of Photography
Jimmy Huston
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Wharf Rat
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What is The Wharf Rat about?
Two brothers live on the opposite sides of the law. One a cop, the other working the waterfront as a crooked businessman. When the policeman is mysteriously murdered, the crook becomes spurred to vengeance and joins forces with a journalist to nail the dirty cops who ordered the hit.
Who directed The Wharf Rat?
The Wharf Rat was directed by Jimmy Huston.
Who stars in The Wharf Rat?
The principal cast of The Wharf Rat includes Lou Diamond Phillips, Judge Reinhold, Rachel Ticotin, Scott Cohen, Rita Moreno.
When was The Wharf Rat released and how long is it?
The Wharf Rat was released in 1996 with a total runtime of 1h 28m.
Who composed the musical score for The Wharf Rat?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Wharf Rat was composed by Mervyn Warren.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Wharf Rat?
The Wharf Rat holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).