---
title: "Overkill"
year: 1987
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/overkill-1987"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 5749
imdb_id: "tt0091710"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 87
community_rating: 4.5
vote_count: 5
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Overkill (1987) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/overkill-1987

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Topic: Film "Overkill" (1987).
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Title: Overkill
Year: 1987
Release Date (US): 12/16/1987
Genre: Crime and Thriller
Runtime: 1h 27m
Director: Ulli Lommel (Source 1 says Ulli Lom, Source 3 says Ulli Lommel)
Cast: Steve Rally, John Nishio, Laura Burkett, Allen Wisch
Plot: A Tokyo cop is sent to Los Angeles to help an LAPD detective break up a yakuza (Japanese organized crime syndicate) ring operating in the city.
Draft 1 (Mental Outline): Overkill is a 1987 film categorized as a crime and thriller. Directed by Ulli Lommel, the movie has a runtime of 1 hour and 27 minutes. It was released in the United States on December 16, 1

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel, MGM Plus, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Tubi TV | None |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | None |
| **Canada (CA)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Tubi TV | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Ulli Lommel
- **Networks / Studios**: United Independent Pictures Ltd., Manson International Pictures

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Steve Rally** as *Mickey ''Mike'' Delano*
- **John Nishio** as *Akashi*
- **Laura Burkett** as *Jamie*
- **Allen Wisch** as *Collins*
- **Antonio Caprio** as *Police Chief*
- **Roy Summersett** as *Steiner*
- **Shiro Tomita** as *Nagumo Sr.*
- **Chris Tashima** as *Nagumo Jr.*
- **Michelle Bauer** as *Neighbor*
- **Joycelyne Lew** as *Yakuza Woman*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

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

### Q: Is Overkill worth watching?
Overkill holds a community rating of 4.5/10 based on 5 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Crime, Thriller for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Overkill and when was it released?
Overkill is a feature film with a runtime of 87 minutes. It was released in 1987. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Overkill?
Overkill was directed by Ulli Lommel.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Overkill — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/5749)
- [Overkill (1987) — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/5749-overkill)
- [Overkill (1987) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0091710/)
- [Overkill (1987) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/overkill/credits)
- [Overkill - Full Cast & Crew - TV Guide](https://www.tvguide.com/movies/overkill/cast/2030072850/)
- [Overkill - Cast & Crew - Flickchart](https://www.flickchart.com/movie/overkill-1987/credits)

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