Cover-Up (1991): cast, story & where to watch
1991 · Film · ★ 3.9
Released in 1991, Cover-Up is an action and thriller film directed by Manny Coto, running about 90 minutes. “If the lies don't kill you – the truth will.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Mike Anderson, a tough American reporter on a dangerous foreign assignment, finds his own life in jeopardy when he uncovers a deadly labyrinth of political intrigue that threatens the lives of thousands. Dispatched to investigate a mysterious and fatal attack on an overseas US naval base, Anderson, a leading investigative journalist and ex-US marine, finds himself back on familiar ground. Instinct makes him question the official CIA explanation that cites an unknown terrorist group called Black October. Alone, and armed only with his combat training and determination to uncover the truth, he sets out to expose a complex and dangerous political web.
Who’s in it. Cover-Up stars Dolph Lundgren as Mike Anderson, Louis Gossett Jr. as Lou Jackson, Lisa Berkley as Susan Clifford and John Finn as Jeff Cooper, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.9/10, Cover-Up has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on fuboTV, Philo and Shout! Factory Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Cover-Up page.
If you liked it. Fans of Cover-Up 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 Cover-Up (1991)?
- In US, Cover-Up is available to stream on fuboTV, Philo and Shout! Factory Amazon Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Cover-Up worth watching?
- Cover-Up holds an audience score of 3.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and thriller. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Cover-Up?
- Cover-Up stars Dolph Lundgren, Louis Gossett Jr., Lisa Berkley, John Finn and Gil Kopel.
- When was Cover-Up released?
- Cover-Up was released in 1991, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.