Bad Blood (1982): cast, story & where to watch

1982 · Film · ★ 6.8

Bad Blood poster

Released in 1982, Bad Blood is a thriller and drama film directed by Mike Newell, running about 105 minutes. “Sooner or later it runs to murder” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. During World War 2, a farmer in New Zealand murders seven people. The police, along with local Maori trackers, hunt him in the bush country.

Who’s in it. Bad Blood stars Jack Thompson as Stan Graham, Carol Burns as Dorothy Graham, Denis Lill as Ted Best and Donna Akersten as Doreen Bond, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Bad Blood has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on fuboTV and FlixFling and rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube and FlixFling. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Bad Blood page.

If you liked it. Fans of Bad Blood tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Bad Blood (1982)?
In US, Bad Blood is available to stream on fuboTV and FlixFling, and rent or buy from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Bad Blood worth watching?
Bad Blood holds an audience score of 6.8 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 Blood?
Bad Blood stars Jack Thompson, Carol Burns, Denis Lill, Donna Akersten and Martyn Sanderson.
When was Bad Blood released?
Bad Blood was released in 1982, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.