---
title: "Back in Business"
year: 1997
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/back-in-business-1997"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 90785
imdb_id: "tt0118668"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 93
community_rating: 5.4
vote_count: 13
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Back in Business (1997) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/back-in-business-1997

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Back in Business is an action film released in the United States on April 4, 1997. The movie has a runtime of one hour and thirty-three minutes. The film stars Brian Bosworth as Joe Elkhart, Joe Torry as Tony Dunbar, and Dara Tomanovich as Natalie Walker, with Philippe Mora serving as director. 

The story follows a former police officer who returns to active duty for an undercover mission with the Federal Bureau of Investigation, enlisted by his former partner. The primary objective of the mission is to catch drug runners. Additionally, the operation serves as a sting against crooked cops. Some of these dirty officers were responsible for setting up the dismissal of the ex-cops from the police force.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Philippe Mora
- **Networks / Studios**: Ocean Avenue Productions, PFG Entertainment, HBO

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Brian Bosworth** as *Joe Elkhart*
- **Joe Torry** as *Tony Dunbar*
- **Dara Tomanovich** as *Natalie Walker*
- **Alan Scarfe** as *David Ashby*
- **Brion James** as *Emery Ryker*
- **Guy Torry** as *Little Train*
- **Michael Clarke Duncan** as *Huge Guard*
- **Ron Glass** as *Allen Smith*
- **Victoria Mahoney** as *Java*
- **Wynn Irwin** as *Charlie*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

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

### Q: Is Back in Business worth watching?
Back in Business holds a community rating of 5.4/10 based on 13 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Action, TV Movie for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Back in Business and when was it released?
Back in Business is a feature film with a runtime of 93 minutes. It was released in 1997. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Back in Business?
Back in Business was directed by Philippe Mora.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Back in Business — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/90785)
- [Back in Business (film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Back_in_Business_(film))
- [Back in Business (1997) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0118668/fullcredits/)
- [Back in Business (1997) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/90785-back-in-business/cast)
- [Back in Business (1997) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/back-in-business-1997/credits)
- [Back in Business Cast & Crew - Moviefone](https://www.moviefone.com/movie/back-in-business/1119456/credits/)

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