Tough and Deadly (1995): cast, story & where to watch
1995 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 1995, Tough and Deadly is an action, thriller and drama film directed by Steve Cohen, running about 92 minutes. “Experts with fists and guns and not afraid to use them.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A private eye helps an amnesiac CIA agent elude mobsters who don't want him to regain his memory of their drug operation.
Who’s in it. Tough and Deadly stars Roddy Piper as Elmo Freech, Billy Blanks as John Portland, Richard Norton as Agent Norton and James Karen as Winston Briggers, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, Tough and Deadly has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Tough and Deadly page.
If you liked it. Fans of Tough and Deadly 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 Tough and Deadly (1995)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Tough and Deadly change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Tough and Deadly worth watching?
- Tough and Deadly holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Tough and Deadly?
- Tough and Deadly stars Roddy Piper, Billy Blanks, Richard Norton, James Karen and Gary Kasper.
- When was Tough and Deadly released?
- Tough and Deadly was released in 1995, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.