The Lesser Evil (1998): cast, story & where to watch
1998 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1998, The Lesser Evil is a thriller and drama film directed by David Mackay, running about 93 minutes.
What it’s about. Twenty-two years ago four friends went to the quarry on the edge of town with a case of beer and a loaded handgun. At the end of the day the beer was gone, the gun was empty and a stranger lay dead at the bottom of the quarry. Now, the four are together again, trying to deal with their actions in the face of guilt and a new police investigation.
Who’s in it. The Lesser Evil stars Colm Feore as Derek, Tony Goldwyn as Frank, Arliss Howard as Ivan and David Paymer as George, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, The Lesser Evil has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Lesser Evil page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Lesser Evil tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Lesser Evil (1998)?
- In US, The Lesser Evil is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Lesser Evil worth watching?
- The Lesser Evil holds an audience score of 5.8 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 The Lesser Evil?
- The Lesser Evil stars Colm Feore, Tony Goldwyn, Arliss Howard, David Paymer and Steven Petrarca.
- When was The Lesser Evil released?
- The Lesser Evil was released in 1998, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.