A Show of Force
1990, English. Directed by Bruno Barreto.
Reporter Kate Melendez is onto the biggest story of her life. If she lives to tell it.
In this thriller, television reporter Kate Ryan de Meléndez investigates the death of two radical Puerto Rican activists, whom she begins to believe may have been framed and murdered by undercover American agents.
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Cast & crew
- Bruno BarretoDirector
- Amy IrvingKate Melendez
- Andy GarciaLuis Angel Mora
- Lou Diamond PhillipsJesus Fuentes
- Robert DuvallHoward
- Kevin SpaceyFrank Curtin
- Erik EstradaMachado
- Juan FernándezCaptain Correa
- Lupe OntiverosPepita
- León SingerJulio Dominguez
- Priscilla PointerAlice Ryan
- Hattie WinstonFoster
- Joseph CampanellaWalker Ryan
Details
- Released
- 11 May 1990
- Country
- United States of America, Hong Kong
- Written by
- John Strong, Evan Jones
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How long is A Show of Force?
A Show of Force runs 95 minutes (1h 35m).
Does A Show of Force have a post-credits scene?
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A Show of Force parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
A Show of Force is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is A Show of Force on?
A Show of Force isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like A Show of Force?
If you liked A Show of Force, try D.O.A., Walking Tall: Lone Justice, Blindfire.
Who directed A Show of Force?
A Show of Force (1990) was directed by Bruno Barreto and stars Amy Irving, Andy Garcia, Lou Diamond Phillips.