Off Limits (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 1988, Off Limits is an action, thriller, drama and crime film directed by Christopher Crowe, running about 102 minutes. “Being a cop is tough. But in Saigon, 1968, being a cop is crazy.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. McGriff and Albaby are probably doing the worst law enforcement job in the world - they are plain clothes U.S. military policemen on duty in war-time Saigon. However, their job becomes even harder when they start investigating the serial killings of local prostitutes. Their prime suspect is high ranking U.S. Army officer which brings their lives in danger.
Who’s in it. Off Limits stars Willem Dafoe as Buck McGriff, Gregory Hines as Albaby Perkins, Fred Ward as Dix and Amanda Pays as Nicole, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, Off Limits has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $7.2M at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Off Limits page.
If you liked it. Fans of Off Limits 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 Off Limits (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Off Limits change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Off Limits worth watching?
- Off Limits holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Off Limits?
- Off Limits stars Willem Dafoe, Gregory Hines, Fred Ward, Amanda Pays and Scott Glenn.
- When was Off Limits released?
- Off Limits was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.