Dangerous Game (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film · ★ 6.5

Released in 1988, Dangerous Game is a thriller and horror film directed by Stephen Hopkins, running about 99 minutes. “fast driving...spine chilling...people are dying to play.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A game becomes deadly serious! An insane cop hunts down five students in a shopping mall after closing time. His life is ruined as he was dishonorably discharged from the police force because of these people. Armed with a Rambo knife and a crossbow, he initially only wants to scare them off, but when he accidentally injures one of the boys deadly, there is no turning back. The witnesses to the murder must be eliminated! So begins a relentless hunt through the mall at night…
Who’s in it. Dangerous Game stars Miles Buchanan as David, Marcus Graham as Jack, Steven Grives as Murphy and Kathryn Walker as Kathryn, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Dangerous Game 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 Dangerous Game page.
If you liked it. Fans of Dangerous Game tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Dangerous Game (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Dangerous Game change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Dangerous Game worth watching?
- Dangerous Game holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Dangerous Game?
- Dangerous Game stars Miles Buchanan, Marcus Graham, Steven Grives, Kathryn Walker and Sandie Lillingston.
- When was Dangerous Game released?
- Dangerous Game was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.