Downtown
1990, English. Directed by Richard Benjamin.
When you pound this beat, it pounds you back.
Officer Alex Kearney patrols an upscale neighborhood in Philadelphia, where he pulls over a well-connected white collar executive who promises to get even with the policeman. Soon, Kearney learns that he is off the cushy suburban beat and must now work in the deadliest precinct in Philly, where he is partnered with tough veteran cop Dennis Curran. Tensions are high between them, but Kearney soon proves he can play just as rough as the crooks.
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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5.6/10 from 47 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Downtown
Downtown isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Richard BenjaminDirector
- Anthony EdwardsAlex Kearney
- Forest WhitakerDennis Curren
- Penelope Ann MillerLori Mitchell
- Joe PantolianoWhite
- David ClennonJerome Sweet
- Art EvansHenry Coleman
- Rick AielloMickey Witlin
- Wanda De JesusLuisa Diaz
- Roger Aaron BrownLt. Sam Parral
- Ron CanadaLowell Harris
- Francis X. McCarthyInspector Ben Glass
- Kimberly ScottChristine Curren
Details
- Released
- 12 January 1990
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Nat Mauldin
- Box office
- $2.3M
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Downtown: quick answers
Is Downtown worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.6/10 from 47 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Downtown?
Downtown runs 96 minutes (1h 36m).
Does Downtown have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Downtown. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Downtown parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Downtown is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Downtown on?
Downtown isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 2 November 2026.)
What movies are like Downtown?
If you liked Downtown, try Eenie Meanie, Accident Man: Hitman's Holiday, Cotton Comes to Harlem.
Who directed Downtown?
Downtown (1990) was directed by Richard Benjamin and stars Anthony Edwards, Forest Whitaker, Penelope Ann Miller.