---
title: "Beyond the Law"
year: 2019
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/beyond-the-law-2019"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 650272
imdb_id: "tt11161374"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 90
community_rating: 5.2
vote_count: 104
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Beyond the Law (2019) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/beyond-the-law-2019

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Beyond the Law is a 2019 American crime action film directed by James Cullen Bressack. The production features a cast that includes Steven Seagal, Johnny Messner, DMX, and Bill Cobbs. The story follows a former detective who discovers that his estranged son has been murdered. Driven by a desire for justice, the protagonist returns to the familiar, darkened streets of his past. Armed and operating with nothing left to lose, he initiates a mission for revenge against a ruthless local mob. The film was released in the United States on December 6, 2019, through a combination of video on demand and limited theatrical screenings. A DVD release followed on January 14, 2020. This project serves as a reunion for actors Steven Seagal and DMX, who previously worked together on the 2001 film Exit Wounds. Additionally, Beyond the Law represents the final film appearance of DMX prior to his death in April 2021. The film has a total runtime of one hour and thirty minutes.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Hoopla, Fawesome | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | Rakuten TV, Tubi TV, Plex, W4free, Pluto TV | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Sky Store |
| **Canada (CA)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Hoopla | Apple TV Store, YouTube |
| **Australia (AU)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Tubi TV | Apple TV Store, YouTube, Fetch TV |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: James Cullen Bressack
- **Networks / Studios**: UFO Pictures, Scotty Gelt, BondIt

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Steven Seagal** as *Augustino 'Finn' Adair*
- **Johnny Messner** as *Frank Wilson*
- **DMX** as *Detective Ray Munce*
- **Bill Cobbs** as *Swilley*
- **Zack Ward** as *Desmond Packard*
- **Randy Charach** as *Fitzy*
- **Patrick Kilpatrick** as *Terrance*
- **Chester Rushing** as *Chance Wilson*
- **Saxon Sharbino** as *Charlotte Bayles*
- **Kim DeLonghi** as *Ashley Millet*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

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

### Q: Is Beyond the Law worth watching?
Beyond the Law holds a community rating of 5.2/10 based on 104 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Action for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Beyond the Law and when was it released?
Beyond the Law is a feature film with a runtime of 90 minutes. It was released in 2019. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Beyond the Law?
Beyond the Law was directed by James Cullen Bressack.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Beyond the Law — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/650272)
- [Beyond the Law (2019 film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Beyond_the_Law_(2019_film))
- [Beyond the Law (2019) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/650272-beyond-the-law/cast)
- [Beyond the Law (2019) directed by James Cullen Bressack • Reviews, film + cast](https://letterboxd.com/)
- [Beyond the Law (2019) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/beyond-the-law-2019/credits)
- [Beyond the Law (2019 film) - Wikiwand](https://www.wikiwand.com/en/articles/Beyond_the_Law_(2019_film))

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