

Band of the Hand
1986, English. Directed by Paul Michael Glaser.
They're back on the mean streets. But this time, they're the good guys.
An Indian Vietnam veteran trains five street punks in the Everglades to fight vice in Miami.
- Runtime
- 1h 49m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.2/10 from 63 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Band of the Hand
Band of the Hand isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
Availability in India as of 13 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.
Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 11 April 1986
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Jack Baran, Leo Garen
- Budget
- $8.7M
- Box office
- $4.9M
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Band of the Hand: quick answers
Is Band of the Hand worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.2/10 from 63 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Band of the Hand?
Band of the Hand runs 109 minutes (1h 49m).
Does Band of the Hand have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Band of the Hand. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Band of the Hand parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Band of the Hand is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Band of the Hand on?
Band of the Hand isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like Band of the Hand?
If you liked Band of the Hand, try The Substitute, Coffy, Menace II Society.
Who directed Band of the Hand?
Band of the Hand (1986) was directed by Paul Michael Glaser and stars Stephen Lang, Michael Carmine, Lauren Holly.