Penitentiary III
1987, English. Directed by Jamaa Fanaka.
A man is framed for murder and sent to prison. He is beaten and tortured, then forced to fight the prison's worst killer, a martial-arts fighting midget called Thud.
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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- Released
- 4 September 1987
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Jamaa Fanaka
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Penitentiary III: quick answers
What should I watch before Penitentiary III?
Watch Penitentiary (1979) and Penitentiary II (1982) first.
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How long is Penitentiary III?
Penitentiary III runs 91 minutes (1h 31m).
Does Penitentiary III have a post-credits scene?
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Penitentiary III parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Penitentiary III is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Penitentiary III on?
Penitentiary III isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Penitentiary III?
If you liked Penitentiary III, try Convict, Undisputed II: Last Man Standing, The Perfect Weapon.
Who directed Penitentiary III?
Penitentiary III (1987) was directed by Jamaa Fanaka and stars Leon Isaac Kennedy, Anthony Geary, Steve Antin.