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Assault on Precinct 13

1976, English. Directed by John Carpenter.

A white-hot night of hate!

A highway patrol officer, two criminals, and a station secretary form an unlikely alliance to defend a defunct Los Angeles precinct against a siege by a bloodthirsty street gang.

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Runtime
1h 31m
Post-credits
None listed
Language
English
Rated
R

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7.3/10 from 1,288 TMDB viewer ratings.

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Released
8 October 1976
Country
United States of America
Written by
John Carpenter
Budget
$150K
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Is Assault on Precinct 13 worth watching?

Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.3/10 from 1,288 TMDB viewer ratings.

How long is Assault on Precinct 13?

Assault on Precinct 13 runs 91 minutes (1h 31m).

Does Assault on Precinct 13 have a post-credits scene?

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Assault on Precinct 13 parents guide: is it suitable for kids?

Assault on Precinct 13 is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.

Which OTT platform is Assault on Precinct 13 on?

Assault on Precinct 13 is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, and Night Flight Plus in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)

What movies are like Assault on Precinct 13?

If you liked Assault on Precinct 13, try Hard to Kill, Avengement, We Die Young.

Who directed Assault on Precinct 13?

Assault on Precinct 13 (1976) was directed by John Carpenter and stars Austin Stoker, Darwin Joston, Laurie Zimmer.

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