---
title: "Armstrong"
year: 1998
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/armstrong-1998"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 108928
imdb_id: "tt0139029"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 96
community_rating: 4.7
vote_count: 11
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Armstrong (1998) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/armstrong-1998

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Released on May 21, 1998 in Great Britain, Armstrong is a feature film categorized under action, drama, and thriller with a runtime of one hour and thirty-six minutes. The plot begins when Central Intelligence Agency agent Bob Taylor, played by Charles Napier, arrives in Moscow alongside his new wife Susan, played by Kimberley Kates. They bring a highly secret videotape documenting Russian missiles departing from an unknown base near Moscow during the darkness of night. This situation raises the question of whether the missiles are intended to target the United States or if they are being smuggled to a terrorist organization. To determine where the missiles are heading, the Americans must rely on Armstrong, an ex-buddy of Bob portrayed by Frank Zagarino, who trains an elite Russian anti-terrorist squad under the command of a leader known as C.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Howdy Amazon Channel | Fawesome | Amazon Video |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | Tubi TV | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | Tubi TV | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Menahem Golan
- **Networks / Studios**: Golan / Dadon Impact Pictures, Martien Holdings A.V.V., Nu Image

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Frank Zagarino** as *Rod Armstrong*
- **Joe Lara** as *Ponytail*
- **Kimberley Kates** as *Susan Zorkin*
- **Charles Napier** as *Robert Zorkin*
- **Justin Carroll** as *Andrei Kastor*
- **Richard Lynch** as *General Zukov*
- **Igor Porshnev** as *Eric, Ponytail's henchman*
- **Menahem Golan** as *Russian President*
- **Alexander Yutlev**
- **Julia Davis** as *Nun*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Armstrong online?
Armstrong is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Howdy Amazon Channel, Amazon Video. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Armstrong worth watching?
Armstrong holds a community rating of 4.7/10 based on 11 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Action, Drama for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Armstrong and when was it released?
Armstrong is a feature film with a runtime of 96 minutes. It was released in 1998. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Armstrong?
Armstrong was directed by Menahem Golan.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Armstrong — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/108928)
- [Armstrong (1998) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0139029/fullcredits/)
- [Armstrong (1998) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/108928-armstrong/cast)
- [Armstrong (1998) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/armstrong/credits)
- [Armstrong - Full Cast & Crew - TV Guide](https://www.tvguide.com/movies/armstrong/cast/2000278781/)
- [High-Speed Internet, TV & Home Phone | Armstrong](https://armstrongonewire.com/)

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