Five Corners (1987): cast, story & where to watch

1987 · Film · ★ 5.6

Five Corners poster

Released in 1987, Five Corners is a thriller, drama and crime film directed by Tony Bill, running about 90 minutes. “Friends last forever. Goodness is its own reward. ...And there ain't no Indians in the Bronx.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A psychotic young man returns to his old neighborhood after release from prison. He seeks out the woman he previously tried to rape and the man who protected her, with twisted ideas of love for her and hate for him.

Who’s in it. Five Corners stars Jodie Foster as Linda Komkowski, Tim Robbins as Harry Fitzgerald, Todd Graff as Jamie and John Turturro as Heinz Sabatino, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, Five Corners has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $969.2K at the box office.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel and Eternal Family. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Five Corners page.

If you liked it. Fans of Five Corners tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Five Corners (1987)?
In US, Five Corners is available to stream on Criterion Channel and Eternal Family. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Five Corners worth watching?
Five Corners holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Five Corners?
Five Corners stars Jodie Foster, Tim Robbins, Todd Graff, John Turturro and Michael R. Howard.
When was Five Corners released?
Five Corners was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.