Q & A (1990): cast, story & where to watch

1990 · Film · ★ 5.8

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Released in 1990, Q & A is an action, thriller, drama and crime film directed by Sidney Lumet, running about 132 minutes. “When the questions are dangerous, the answers can be deadly.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A young district attorney seeking to prove a case against a corrupt police detective encounters a former lover and her new protector, a crime boss who refuses to help him.

Who’s in it. Q & A stars Nick Nolte as Mike Brennan, Timothy Hutton as Al Reilly, Armand Assante as Bobby Texador and Patrick O'Neal as Kevin Quinn, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Q & A has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Q & A page.

If you liked it. Fans of Q & A 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 Q & A (1990)?
In US, Q & A is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Q & A worth watching?
Q & A holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Q & A?
Q & A stars Nick Nolte, Timothy Hutton, Armand Assante, Patrick O'Neal and Luis Guzmán.
When was Q & A released?
Q & A was released in 1990, with a runtime of about 132 minutes.