The Badge (2002): cast, story & where to watch
2002 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 2002, The Badge is a thriller and crime film directed by Robby Henson, running about 99 minutes.
What it’s about. A sheriff begins an investigation into the death of a local transsexual after hearing that high ranking politicians may have been involved. Although he is homophobic, his investigation causes him to be rejected by others, forcing him to seek help from the people he once despised.
Who’s in it. The Badge stars Billy Bob Thornton as Sheriff Darl, Patricia Arquette as Scarlett, Sela Ward as Carla Hardwick and William Devane as The Judge, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Badge has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video, Philo, YouTube TV and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Badge page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Badge tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Badge (2002)?
- In US, The Badge is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, Philo and YouTube TV. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Badge worth watching?
- The Badge holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Badge?
- The Badge stars Billy Bob Thornton, Patricia Arquette, Sela Ward, William Devane and Marcus Lyle Brown.
- When was The Badge released?
- The Badge was released in 2002, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.