The Glimmer Man (1996): cast, story & where to watch
1996 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 1996, The Glimmer Man is an action and crime film directed by John Gray, running about 92 minutes. “Two good cops. One bad situation.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A former government operative renowned for his stealth, Jack Cole is now a Los Angeles police detective. When a series of horrible murders occurs in the metro area, Cole is assigned to the case, along with tough-talking fellow cop Jim Campbell. Although the two men clash, they gradually become effective partners as they uncover a conspiracy linked to the killings, which also involves terrorism and organized crime.
Who’s in it. The Glimmer Man stars Steven Seagal as Lt. Jack Cole, Keenen Ivory Wayans as Det. Jim Campbell, Bob Gunton as Frank Deverell and Brian Cox as Mr. Smith, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, The Glimmer Man has proved divisive with audiences. It went on to earn $20.4M at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Glimmer Man page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Glimmer Man tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Glimmer Man (1996)?
- In US, The Glimmer Man is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Glimmer Man worth watching?
- The Glimmer Man holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Glimmer Man?
- The Glimmer Man stars Steven Seagal, Keenen Ivory Wayans, Bob Gunton, Brian Cox and Michelle Johnson.
- When was The Glimmer Man released?
- The Glimmer Man was released in 1996, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.