Maximum Security (1997): cast, story & where to watch
1997 · Film · ★ 2
Released in 1997, Maximum Security is an action film directed by Fred Olen Ray, running about 87 minutes. “They are society's most notorious criminals. They are our only hope.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Terrorists infiltrate Innsmouth, a new maximum security prison, and inmate Mace Richter, a former police officer, is the only one who can foil their plans.
Who’s in it. Maximum Security stars Paul Michael Robinson as Mace Richter, John Lazar as Murdock, Landon Hall as Tracy Quinn and Neil Delama as Stefan, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 2.0/10, Maximum Security has proved divisive with audiences.
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 Maximum Security page.
If you liked it. Fans of Maximum Security 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 Maximum Security (1997)?
- In US, Maximum Security is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Maximum Security worth watching?
- Maximum Security holds an audience score of 2.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Maximum Security?
- Maximum Security stars Paul Michael Robinson, John Lazar, Landon Hall, Neil Delama and J.C. Johnson.
- When was Maximum Security released?
- Maximum Security was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.