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Bad Lieutenant

7.019921h 36mNC-17MovieCrimeDrama

While investigating a young nun's rape, a corrupt New York City police detective, with a serious drug and gambling addiction, tries to change his ways and find forgiveness.

DirectorAbel Ferrara
WritersZoë Lund·Abel Ferrara
ProducersRonna B. Wallace·Edward R. Pressman

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Cast · Directed by Abel Ferrara

HKHarvey Keitel
Harvey Keitel
LT
PGPeggy Gormley
Peggy Gormley
LT's Wife
SKStella Keitel
Stella Keitel
LT's Daughter
VAVictor Argo
Victor Argo
Bet Cop
PCPaul Calderon
Paul Calderon
Cop #1
LTLeonard L. Thomas
Leonard L. Thomas
Cop #2
VLVincent Laresca
Vincent Laresca
JC
FTFrankie Thorn
Frankie Thorn
The Nun
BM
Brian McElroy
LT's Son #1
FA
Frankie Acciarito
LT's Son #2
DD
Dana Dee
LT's Baby Girl
AR
Anthony Ruggiero
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Bad Lieutenant — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Bad Lieutenant?

Bad Lieutenant is streaming on Criterion Channel, Lionsgate+ and Howdy in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Bad Lieutenant on Netflix?

No, Bad Lieutenant is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on Criterion Channel and Lionsgate+.

Is Bad Lieutenant on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Bad Lieutenant is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in United States as of October 2026.

Where can I watch Bad Lieutenant for free?

Bad Lieutenant is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy and Hoopla in United States.