Bad to the Bone (1997): cast, story & where to watch

1997 · Film · ★ 6.1

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Released in 1997, Bad to the Bone is a drama, crime and tv movie film directed by Bill L. Norton, running about 100 minutes. “She had good looks. A great body. And a killer instinct.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A murderous sociopath (and former battered child) uses her naive younger brother in a scheme to do away with her inconvenient lover.

Who’s in it. Bad to the Bone stars Kristy Swanson as Francesca Wells, Jeremy London as Danny Wells, David Chokachi as Waldo and Christine Tucci as Det. Martina Dobbs, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, Bad to the Bone has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Bad to the Bone page.

If you liked it. Fans of Bad to the Bone tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Bad to the Bone (1997)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Bad to the Bone change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Bad to the Bone worth watching?
Bad to the Bone holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, crime and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Bad to the Bone?
Bad to the Bone stars Kristy Swanson, Jeremy London, David Chokachi, Christine Tucci and John Bourgeois.
When was Bad to the Bone released?
Bad to the Bone was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.