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Death Wish V: The Face of Death (1994): Cast, Ratings & Box Office

Death Wish V: The Face of Death (1994) movie poster

Death Wish V: The Face of Death is a 1994 action thriller directed by Allan A. Goldstein, starring Charles Bronson, Kenneth Welsh and Saul Rubinek. It runs 1 hour 35 minutes and earned $1.7 million worldwide. Critics gave it 25 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 4.9/10.

IMDb rating
4.9/10
worldwide gross
$1.7M
Metascore
25
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Death Wish V: The Face of Death (1994) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 35m (95 min)
Genres
Action , Drama , Thriller , Crime
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Death Wish V: The Face of Death About?

The premise of Death Wish V: The Face of Death without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

In this chapter of the Death Wish series, Paul Kersey, portrayed by Charles Bronson, seeks retribution when his fiancée is targeted by a violent crime. Driven by a desire for justice, he wages a personal war against the criminal underworld. His actions lead to a dangerous confrontation with Tommy O'Shea, a ruthless mob boss, setting off a deadly pursuit filled with intense action and unwavering determination.

Death Wish V: The Face of Death Themes & Keywords

· 50 tags
  • woman in jeopardy
  • female frontal nudity
  • psychopath
  • sadomasochism
  • voyeur
  • voyeurism
  • hands tied behind back
  • red dress
  • lingerie
  • cleavage
  • one man army
  • tough guy
+38 more
  • older man younger woman relationship
  • sole black character dies cliche
  • irish american
  • bathtub
  • mob boss
  • gangster
  • nudity
  • hot tub
  • female nudity
  • fashion industry
  • model
  • scantily clad female
  • paul kersey character
  • swearing in front of a child
  • bruised wrist
  • female topless nudity
  • fitting model
  • fashion show
  • charity event
  • clothing factory
  • acid bath
  • character says with all due respect
  • pulled by neck tie
  • fabric saw
  • switch blade
  • cutting face
  • spilling a drink on oneself
  • band aid gag
  • diamond engagement ring
  • bashing head into a mirror
  • breaking a mirror
  • spilling a drink on someone
  • man in drag
  • bloody face
  • bandaged face
  • disfigurement
  • burned hand
  • steam press
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Cast & crew

Death Wish V: The Face of Death Cast

Charles Bronson leads the cast, with Kenneth Welsh and Saul Rubinek. Directed by Allan A. Goldstein; 10 actors are credited in all.

From the director

More from Allan A. Goldstein

More films directed by Allan A. Goldstein: SnakeMan, Nature Unleashed: Fire, Dorian and One Way Out.

Full filmography
Ratings

Death Wish V: The Face of Death Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Death Wish V: The Face of Death 25 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 4.9/10.

Plot

Death Wish V: The Face of Death Plot Summary

What happens in Death Wish V: The Face of Death from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 13 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

Back in New York City, Paul Kersey is operating under the alias Paul Stuart while enrolled in the federal Witness Protection Program, where he teaches architecture at a local college. He attends a fashion show hosted by his girlfriend, Olivia Regent, who has a troubled past linked to mobster Tommy O’Shea, her former husband and father to their daughter, Chelsea. Tensions rise as O’Shea confronts Olivia backstage, demanding visitation rights to see Chelsea despite the law stripping him of those privileges.

Full summary

The whole story of Death Wish V: The Face of Death, scene by scene

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Box office

Death Wish V: The Face of Death Box Office

Death Wish V: The Face of Death grossed $1.7 million worldwide.

1994 box office

Worldwide gross

$1.7M

US & Canada
$1.7M
Videos

Death Wish V: The Face of Death Trailers & Videos

2 videos: 1 trailer and 1 teaser.

Death Wish 5: The Face of Death Trailer
  • Teaser Death Wish V - The Face of Death (1994) Teaser (VHS Capture)
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Death Wish V: The Face of Death?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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What occupation does Paul Stuart hold after leaving his vigilante life?

Cars

Cars in Death Wish V: The Face of Death

52 cars on screen, including the 1990 Cadillac Brougham Stretched Limousine and the 1988 Jaguar XJ6 XJ40.

All 52 cars
  • 1990 Cadillac Brougham Stretched Limousine in Death Wish V: The Face of Death 1990 Cadillac Brougham Stretched Limousine Main role
  • 1988 Jaguar XJ6 XJ40 in Death Wish V: The Face of Death 1988 Jaguar XJ6 XJ40 Main role
  • 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee in Death Wish V: The Face of Death 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee Main role
  • 1988 Lincoln Continental in Death Wish V: The Face of Death 1988 Lincoln Continental Important role
Details

Death Wish V: The Face of Death Also Known As

34 alternative titles, including “Desejo de Matar 5” and “Yo soy la justicia V”.

Also known as
  • Desejo de Matar 5
  • Yo soy la justicia V
  • Death Wish 5: The Face of Death
  • El rostro de la muerte
  • Death Wish V - Antlitz des Todes
  • Desejo de Matar 5 - A Face da Morte
  • Le justicier - L'ultime combat
  • Death Wish։ The Face of Death
  • Bosszúvágy V. - Bosszú a kedvesemért
  • Tvár smrti
  • A sombra do justiceiro
  • Death Wish 5 - Antlitz des Todes
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  • Venganza personal
  • Il giustiziere della notte 5
  • Le justicier : L'ultime combat
  • Bosszúvágy 5: Bosszú a kedvesemért
  • En mand ser rødt 5
  • Жадоба смерті 5: Обличчя смерті
  • Desejo de Matar 5: A Face da Morte
  • Смъртоносно желание 5: Лицето на смъртта
  • Жажда смерти 5: Лик смерти
  • Väkivallan vihollinen 5: kalman kasvot
  • Touha smrti V
  • Le Justicier 5 : Le Protecteur
  • El vengador anónimo 5: La cara de la muerte
  • 猛龙怪客5:死神现身
  • 데스 위시 5
  • 狼よさらば 地獄のリベンジャー
  • Życzenie śmierci 5
  • Mirties troškimas 5: Mirties veidas
  • El retorn del justicier
  • משאלת מוות 5: פני המוות
  • Prianie smrti 5
  • Death Wish V - Dødens ansikt

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FAQ

Death Wish V: The Face of Death FAQ: Cast & Box Office

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Death Wish V: The Face of Death, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Death Wish V: The Face of Death?

Death Wish V: The Face of Death runs 1 hour 35 minutes (95 minutes).

When was Death Wish V: The Face of Death released?

Death Wish V: The Face of Death was released on January 14, 1994.

Who directed Death Wish V: The Face of Death?

Death Wish V: The Face of Death was directed by Allan A. Goldstein.

More films by Allan A. Goldstein

Who is in the cast of Death Wish V: The Face of Death?

Death Wish V: The Face of Death stars Charles Bronson, Kenneth Welsh and Saul Rubinek, among 10 credited actors.

How much did Death Wish V: The Face of Death make at the box office?

Death Wish V: The Face of Death grossed $1.7 million worldwide.

How is Death Wish V: The Face of Death rated?

Death Wish V: The Face of Death has 4.9/10 on IMDb, 25 on Metacritic and 55% on TMDB.

Does Death Wish V: The Face of Death have a post-credit scene?

No. Death Wish V: The Face of Death has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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