The Dead Pool
1988, English. Directed by Buddy Van Horn.
Dirty Harry just learned a new game.
Dirty Harry Callahan returns for his final film adventure. Together with his partner Al Quan, he must investigate the systematic murder of prominent figures. By the time Harry learns that the murders are part of a sick game to predict such deaths, it may be too late.
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.3/10 from 999 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Dead Pool
The Dead Pool isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Buddy Van HornDirector
- Clint EastwoodInsp. Harry Callahan
- Patricia ClarksonSamantha Walker
- Liam NeesonPeter Swan
- Evan C. KimInsp. Al Quan
- Jim CarreyJohnny Squares
- David HuntHarlan Rook
- Michael CurrieCapt. Donnelly
- Ronnie Claire EdwardsMolly Fisher
- Michael GoodwinLt. Ackerman
- Darwin GillettPatrick Snow
- Christopher P. BealeDist. Atty. Thomas McSherry
- John Allen VickLt. Ruskowski
Details
- Released
- 13 July 1988
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Steve Sharon, Durk Pearson, Sandy Shaw
- Budget
- $20M
- Box office
- $38M
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What The Dead Pool is based on
The Dead Pool is based on characters in Dirty Harry, a Wikimedia list of fictional characters.
Wikimedia list of fictional characters
characters in Dirty Harry
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The Dead Pool: quick answers
Is The Dead Pool worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.3/10 from 999 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Dead Pool?
The Dead Pool runs 91 minutes (1h 31m).
Does The Dead Pool have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Dead Pool. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Dead Pool parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Dead Pool is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Dead Pool on?
The Dead Pool isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 31 October 2026.)
What movies are like The Dead Pool?
If you liked The Dead Pool, try Code of Silence, The Stone Killer, The Hitman.
Who directed The Dead Pool?
The Dead Pool (1988) was directed by Buddy Van Horn and stars Clint Eastwood, Patricia Clarkson, Liam Neeson.
What is The Dead Pool based on?
The Dead Pool is based on characters in Dirty Harry, a Wikimedia list of fictional characters.