---
title: "Frank Nitti: The Enforcer"
year: 1988
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/frank-nitti-the-enforcer-1988"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 94866
imdb_id: "tt0095746"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 96
community_rating: 5.8
vote_count: 14
content_rating: "PG-13"
---

# Frank Nitti: The Enforcer (1988) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/frank-nitti-the-enforcer-1988

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Frank Nitti: The Enforcer is a 1988 made-for-television drama, action, and crime movie with a runtime of one hour and thirty-six minutes. The film features music written by Yanni and stars Anthony LaPaglia in the title role, alongside Vincent Guastaferro and Trini Alvarado. As a biographical film, the story focuses on Al Capone's successor, Frank Nitti, who is known as The Enforcer. The movie traces Nitti's rise to the top of the Chicago underworld amidst violence, corruption, and betrayal. While Al Capone may be the most famous Chicago mobster, this biopic portrays Nitti as being just as ruthless as his predecessor, offering a look into mob life in the early twentieth century.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | History Vault | Hoopla, Fawesome | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | Tubi TV | Amazon Video |
| **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 | Hoopla | Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Michael Switzer
- **Networks / Studios**: Leonard Hill Films

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Anthony LaPaglia** as *Frank Nitti*
- **Vincent Guastaferro** as *Al Capone*
- **Trini Alvarado** as *Anna*
- **Michael Moriarty** as *Hugh Kelly*
- **Michael Russo** as *Paul Ricca*
- **Louis Guss**
- **Clayton Landey** as *Ted Newberry*
- **Bruce Kirby** as *Anton Cermack*
- **Renata Vanni**
- **Michael Collins**

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Frank Nitti: The Enforcer online?
Frank Nitti: The Enforcer is currently available to watch or stream on History Vault, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Frank Nitti: The Enforcer worth watching?
Frank Nitti: The Enforcer holds a community rating of 5.8/10 based on 14 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama, Action for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Frank Nitti: The Enforcer and when was it released?
Frank Nitti: The Enforcer is a feature film with a runtime of 96 minutes. It was released in 1988. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Frank Nitti: The Enforcer?
Frank Nitti: The Enforcer was directed by Michael Switzer.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Frank Nitti: The Enforcer — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/94866)
- [Frank Nitti: The Enforcer (1988) - Cast & Crew — The Movie ...](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/94866-frank-nitti-the-enforcer/cast)
- [Frank Nitti: The Enforcer Cast & Crew - Moviefone](https://www.moviefone.com/movie/frank-nitti-the-enforcer/20045732/credits/)
- [Full cast of Frank Nitti: The Enforcer (Movie, 1988 ...](https://www.moviemeter.com/movies/crime/frank-nitti-the-enforcer/cast)
- [Nitti: The Enforcer (TV Movie 1988) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0095746/fullcredits/)
- [Nitti: The Enforcer - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nitti:_The_Enforcer)

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