Newman's Law (1974): cast, story & where to watch
1974 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1974, Newman's Law is an action and crime film directed by Richard T. Heffron, running about 98 minutes. “Most cops play it by the book. Newman wrote his own!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. LAPD Officer Newman has not gotten the reputation of a straight arrow by avoiding conflict when fighting for right. In this police drama, his honesty is put to the test when he and his partner discover an international drug ring involving some of the department's highest ranking officers.
Who’s in it. Newman's Law stars George Peppard as Vince Newman, Roger Robinson as Garry, Eugene Roche as Reardon and Gordon Pinsent as Jack Eastman, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Newman's Law 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 Newman's Law page.
If you liked it. Fans of Newman's Law 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 Newman's Law (1974)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Newman's Law change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Newman's Law worth watching?
- Newman's Law holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Newman's Law?
- Newman's Law stars George Peppard, Roger Robinson, Eugene Roche, Gordon Pinsent and Abe Vigoda.
- When was Newman's Law released?
- Newman's Law was released in 1974, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.