Bad Day on the Block (1997): cast, story & where to watch
1997 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1997, Bad Day on the Block is a thriller and drama film directed by Craig R. Baxley, running about 88 minutes. “Everyone has a breaking point” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The heat is at record highs, the air conditioner is broken, the milk has gone bad, the repairman can't find the house... and then there's the neighbor. Lyle Wilder, a celebrated firefighter, whose scorn for the young Braverton family next door turns to outright assault as his heroic exterior begins to unravel from the inside.
Who’s in it. Bad Day on the Block stars Charlie Sheen as Lyle Wilder, Mare Winningham as Catherine Braverton, David Andrews as Reese Braverton and Noah Fleiss as Zach Braverton, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Bad Day on the Block has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Bad Day on the Block page.
If you liked it. Fans of Bad Day on the Block tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Bad Day on the Block (1997)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Bad Day on the Block change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Bad Day on the Block worth watching?
- Bad Day on the Block holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Bad Day on the Block?
- Bad Day on the Block stars Charlie Sheen, Mare Winningham, David Andrews, Noah Fleiss and Chelsea Russo.
- When was Bad Day on the Block released?
- Bad Day on the Block was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.