A Time to Die (1991): cast, story & where to watch

1991 · Film · ★ 4.5

A Time to Die poster

Released in 1991, A Time to Die is an action and thriller film directed by Charles Kanganis, running about 95 minutes. “A time to fight or a time to die” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A female photographer teams up with a policeman to try to bring down a corrupt police officer who framed her for drug possession and during her investigation, finds that not everything, or everyone, is what they appear to be.

Who’s in it. A Time to Die stars Traci Lords as Jackie Swanson, Jeff Conaway as Frank, Richard Roundtree as Captain Ralph Phipps and Robert Miano as Lt. Eddie Martin, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, A Time to Die has proved divisive with audiences.

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

If you liked it. Fans of A Time to Die 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 A Time to Die (1991)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Time to Die change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is A Time to Die worth watching?
A Time to Die holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and thriller. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in A Time to Die?
A Time to Die stars Traci Lords, Jeff Conaway, Richard Roundtree, Robert Miano and Jesse Thomas.
When was A Time to Die released?
A Time to Die was released in 1991, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.