

Death Warrant
1990, English. Directed by Deran Sarafian.
He loves a good fight.
Canadian policeman Louis Burke is assigned in a jail to investigate the murders of prisoners and jailors. While there, Louis, using his outstanding martial arts skills, is able to save his life and make himself respected in this violent world.
- Runtime
- 1h 29m
- 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 660 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Death Warrant
Death Warrant isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
Availability in India as of 9 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.
Cast & crew
- Deran SarafianDirector
- Jean-Claude Van DammeLouis Burke
- Robert GuillaumeHawkins
- Cynthia GibbAmanda Beckett
- Patrick KilpatrickChristian 'The Sandman' Naylor
- Art LaFleurSergeant DeGraf
- George DickersonTom Vogler
- Joshua John MillerDouglas Tisdale
- Hank StoneRomaker
- Conrad DunnKonefke
- Jack BannonBen Keane
- Abdul Salaam El RazzacPriest
- Armin ShimermanDr. Gottesman
Details
- Released
- 14 September 1990
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- David S. Goyer
- Budget
- $6M
- Box office
- $47M
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Death Warrant: quick answers
Is Death Warrant worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.3/10 from 660 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Death Warrant?
Death Warrant runs 89 minutes (1h 29m).
Does Death Warrant have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Death Warrant. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Death Warrant parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Death Warrant is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Death Warrant on?
Death Warrant isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Death Warrant?
If you liked Death Warrant, try Absolution, Hard to Kill, Code of Silence.
Who directed Death Warrant?
Death Warrant (1990) was directed by Deran Sarafian and stars Jean-Claude Van Damme, Robert Guillaume, Cynthia Gibb.