Bad Ass
2012, English. Directed by Craig Moss.
They messed with the wrong senior citizen.
Decorated Vietnam hero, Frank Vega returns home only to get shunned by society leaving him without a job or his high school sweetheart. It's not until forty years later when an incident on a commuter bus makes him a local hero where he's suddenly celebrated once again. But his good fortune suddenly turns for the worse when his best friend is murdered and the police aren't doing anything about it.
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Bad Ass is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India.
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Cast & crew
- Craig MossDirector
- Danny TrejoFrank Vega
- Charles S. DuttonPanther
- Ron PerlmanMayor Williams
- Patrick FabianOfficer Malark
- Joyful DrakeAmber Lamps
- John DuffyMartin
- Harrison PageKlondike Washington
- Richard RiehleFather Miller
- Winter Ave ZoliTatiana
- Tonita CastroJuanita Vega
- Andy DavoliRenaldo
- Patricia De LeonMarissa
Details
- Released
- 12 April 2012
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Craig Moss, Elliot Tishman
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What Bad Ass is based on
Bad Ass is based on a true story.
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Bad Ass: quick answers
Is Bad Ass worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.8/10 from 452 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Bad Ass?
Bad Ass runs 91 minutes (1h 31m).
Does Bad Ass have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Bad Ass. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Bad Ass parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Bad Ass is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Bad Ass on?
Bad Ass is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India. (Checked 5 November 2026.)
What movies are like Bad Ass?
If you liked Bad Ass, try Magnum Force, Dead Presidents, Missing in Action 2: The Beginning.
Who directed Bad Ass?
Bad Ass (2012) was directed by Craig Moss and stars Danny Trejo, Charles S. Dutton, Ron Perlman.
What is Bad Ass based on?
Bad Ass is based on a true story.