Sudden Impact
1983, English. Directed by Clint Eastwood.
Dirty Harry is at it again.
When a young rape victim takes justice into her own hands and becomes a serial killer, it's up to Dirty Harry Callahan, on suspension from the SFPD, to bring her to justice.
- Runtime
- 1h 57m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.6/10 from 1,063 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Part of a series
Dirty Harry: watch order
Cast & crew
- Clint EastwoodDirector
- Clint EastwoodInsp. Harry Callahan
- Sondra LockeJennifer Spencer
- Pat HingleChief Jannings
- Bradford DillmanCaptain Briggs
- Paul DrakeMick
- Audrie NeenanRay Parkins
- Jack ThibeauKruger
- Michael CurrieLt. Donnelly
- Albert PopwellHorace King
- Mark KeylounOfficer Bennett
- Kevyn Major HowardHawkins
- Bette FordLeah
Details
- Released
- 8 December 1983
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Earl E. Smith, Dean Riesner, Charles B. Pierce
- Budget
- $22M
- Box office
- $150M
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Sudden Impact: quick answers
What should I watch before Sudden Impact?
Watch Dirty Harry (1971), Magnum Force (1973), and The Enforcer (1976) first.
What comes after Sudden Impact?
Next in the series: The Dead Pool (1988).
Is Sudden Impact worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.6/10 from 1,063 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Sudden Impact?
Sudden Impact runs 117 minutes (1h 57m).
Does Sudden Impact have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Sudden Impact. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Sudden Impact parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Sudden Impact is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Sudden Impact on?
Sudden Impact isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 8 November 2026.)
What movies are like Sudden Impact?
If you liked Sudden Impact, try The Equalizer 2, Death Wish II, The Dead Pool.
Who directed Sudden Impact?
Sudden Impact (1983) was directed by Clint Eastwood and stars Clint Eastwood, Sondra Locke, Pat Hingle.