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He's a cop who believes no one is above the law. - Above the Law
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Title: Above the Law

Release Date: 8 Apr 1988

Runtime: 1h 39m

Genre: Action, Thriller, Drama

Director: Warner Bros. Pictures

Production Companies: Warner Bros. Pictures

Overview: Nico Toscani is an Italian immigrant, American patriot, ex-CIA agent, aikido specialist and unorthodox Chicago policeman. He is as committed to his job as he is to his personalized brand of justice—expert and thorough bone-crushing.

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Ratings

Average Vote: 6.103 (708 votes)

Cast

  • Nico Toscani: Steven Seagal
  • Delores 'Jacks' Jackson: Pam Grier
  • Kurt Zagon: Henry Silva
  • Sara Toscani: Sharon Stone
  • Detective Lukich: Ron Dean
  • Tony Salvano: Daniel Faraldo
  • Father Joseph Gennaro: Joe Greco
  • Giuseppe: Vince Viverito
  • Nelson Fox: Chelcie Ross
  • Uncle Branca: Jack Wallace
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