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Streets of Justice
After bikers kill the wife and son of an auto worker (John Laughlin) and then get off with a light sentence in the court system, he decides to seek his revenge as a clandestine vigilante.
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Plot Summary
A tough, experienced cop is partnered with a young, idealistic rookie to tackle a dangerous drug ring operating in the city's toughest neighborhood. As they delve deeper into the criminal underworld, they face escalating violence and corruption that tests their partnership and their commitment to justice. They must navigate treacherous alliances and dangerous situations to bring down the kingpins before they become casualties themselves.
Critical Reception
Streets of Justice was a made-for-television film that received a mixed to positive reception. While praised for its gritty action sequences and the performances of its lead actors, some critics found the plot to be somewhat formulaic and predictable, a common criticism for crime dramas of the era. It was generally seen as a solid, entertaining crime thriller for television.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its energetic action and street-level grit.
Robert Conrad's performance as the seasoned cop was a highlight.
Some reviewers noted a familiar narrative arc common to police procedural dramas.
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Fun Fact
The film was part of a wave of gritty, urban crime dramas produced for television in the mid-1980s, often featuring former stars of popular TV series.
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