White Cargo (1996): cast, story & where to watch
1996 · Film · ★ 2.3

Released in 1996, White Cargo is a drama and crime film directed by Daniel Reardon, running about 97 minutes. “Every woman's dream... Every gangster's nightmare...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Joe Hargatay is a police detective who works just for the fun of it, investigating a murder that leads him into a dangerous underground world of drugs, models, models as escorts, Asian and Italian mobs, and his ex-wife.
Who’s in it. White Cargo stars David Bradley as Det. Joe Hargatay, Shannon Tweed as Alexia, Lydie Denier as Janice and Tommy Lister Jr. as Zeno (as Tiny "Zeus" Lister), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 2.3/10, White Cargo has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch White Cargo page.
If you liked it. Fans of White Cargo tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch White Cargo (1996)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for White Cargo change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is White Cargo worth watching?
- White Cargo holds an audience score of 2.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in White Cargo?
- White Cargo stars David Bradley, Shannon Tweed, Lydie Denier, Tommy Lister Jr. and David Groh.
- When was White Cargo released?
- White Cargo was released in 1996, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.
