---
title: "The Expert"
year: 1995
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-expert-1995"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 53061
imdb_id: "tt0109760"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 92
community_rating: 5.5
vote_count: 20
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# The Expert (1995) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-expert-1995

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Expert is a 1995 American action thriller film directed by Rick Avery and William Lustig. The film features a cast including Jeff Speakman, Jim Varney, and James Brolin. The story follows John Lomax, a tactical defense instructor for the police department. After a brutal murder, a deranged psychopath named Martin Kagan is sent to prison. When a naive deputy warden grants Kagan a stay of execution, Lomax decides to take matters into his own hands. As an ex-special forces trainer, Lomax seeks to exact revenge for the death of his beloved sister. The film, which has a runtime of one hour and thirty-two minutes, was released in the United States on August 15, 1995. It explores the themes of justice and retribution as the protagonist pursues the man responsible for his sister's murder. The production credit for the film is shared between its directors, with William Lustig serving in an uncredited capacity. The narrative centers on the conflict between the instructor and the condemned prisoner following the commutation of the murderer's death sentence.

## 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, Midnight Pulp Amazon Channel, Cineverse Amazon Channel | Fawesome | Amazon Video, Fandango At Home |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | Tubi TV | None |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Tubi TV | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | Tubi TV | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: William Lustig, Rick Avery

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Jeff Speakman** as *John Lomax*
- **James Brolin** as *Warden Munsey*
- **Michael Shaner** as *Martin Kagan*
- **Alex Datcher** as *Dr. Alice Barnes*
- **Wolfgang Bodison** as *Dan Mason*
- **Jim Varney** as *Snake*
- **Red West** as *Judge*
- **Ramon Estevez** as *Tomas*
- **Joni Avery** as *Bobby Sue Hazen*
- **Ted Raimi** as *Martin's Friend*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

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

### Q: Is The Expert worth watching?
The Expert holds a community rating of 5.5/10 based on 20 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Action for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie The Expert and when was it released?
The Expert is a feature film with a runtime of 92 minutes. It was released in 1995. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed The Expert?
The Expert was directed by William Lustig, Rick Avery.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Expert — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/53061)
- [The Expert (1995) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0109760/fullcredits/)
- [The Expert (1995 film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Expert_(1995_film))
- [The Expert (1995) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/53061-the-expert/cast)

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