Underworld
“Sometimes revenge is the best therapy.”
Synopsis
A crook sets out to get revenge on the thugs who hurt his father in this bloody noir-style crime drama. After being released from prison, Johnny Crown goes after Frank, one of the mobsters involved in a series of Father's Day killings. But Johnny isn't certain Frank is responsible for his father's injuries and seeks help from a sex therapist to make sure he's got the right man.
Top Cast
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Denis Leary
Johnny Crown / Johnny Alt
Joe Mantegna
Frank Gavilan / Frank Cassady / Richard Essex
Annabella Sciorra
Dr. Leah
Larry Bishop
Ned Lynch
Abe Vigoda
Will Cassady
Traci Lords
Anna
Robert Costanzo
Stan
Jimmie F. Skaggs
Smilin' Phil Fox / Todd Streeb
James Tolkan
Dan 'Iceberg' Eagan
Heidi Schanz
Joyce Alt / Simone
Cristi Conaway
Julianne
Angela Jones
Janette
Michael David Simms
Mitch Reed
Amy Moon
Ava
Release History & Theatrical Window
May 9, 1997
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Roger Christian
- Screenplay & Story
- Larry Bishop
- Original Score
- Anthony Marinelli
- Original Title
- Underworld
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Roger Christian
Larry Bishop
Anthony Marinelli
Steven Bernstein
William Vince, Robert Vince
Department Leadership Roster
Larry Bishop
Writer
Roger Christian
Director
William Vince
Producer
Robert Vince
Producer
Steven Bernstein
Director of Photography
Anthony Marinelli
Original Music Composer
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
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Underworld
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Underworld about?
A crook sets out to get revenge on the thugs who hurt his father in this bloody noir-style crime drama. After being released from prison, Johnny Crown goes after Frank, one of the mobsters involved in a series of Father's Day killings. But Johnny isn't certain Frank is responsible for his father's injuries and seeks help from a sex therapist to make sure he's got the right man.
Who directed Underworld?
Underworld was directed by Roger Christian.
Who stars in Underworld?
The principal cast of Underworld includes Denis Leary, Joe Mantegna, Annabella Sciorra, Larry Bishop, Abe Vigoda.
When was Underworld released and how long is it?
Underworld was released in 1996 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.
Who composed the musical score for Underworld?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Underworld was composed by Anthony Marinelli.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Underworld?
Underworld holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).