Ghetto Blaster (1989): cast, story & where to watch
1989 · Film · ★ 2.8
Released in 1989, Ghetto Blaster is an action and drama film directed by Alan Stewart, running about 82 minutes. “He's just getting started.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. When Travis, middle-aged, working class man, returns home to visit his parents, he quickly learns that his hood is rife with criminal activity and gang warfare. Quickly, Travis finds himself thrust into a position to defend his family and neighbors from the punks who terrorize them on a daily basis. Good thing he has a military training, enabling the man to become a one-man vigilante unit against the forces of evil in his town.
Who’s in it. Ghetto Blaster stars Richard Hatch as Travis, R. G. Armstrong as Curtis, Richard Jaeckel as Mike Henry and Harry Caesar as Mr. Dobson, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 2.8/10, Ghetto Blaster has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Ghetto Blaster page.
If you liked it. Fans of Ghetto Blaster 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 Ghetto Blaster (1989)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Ghetto Blaster change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Ghetto Blaster worth watching?
- Ghetto Blaster holds an audience score of 2.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Ghetto Blaster?
- Ghetto Blaster stars Richard Hatch, R. G. Armstrong, Richard Jaeckel, Harry Caesar and Rose Marie.
- When was Ghetto Blaster released?
- Ghetto Blaster was released in 1989, with a runtime of about 82 minutes.