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Riot on 42nd St. 1987

Runtime

89 mins

Language

English

English

Tough ex‑con Glenn Barnes is paroled after serving a manslaughter sentence and plans to reopen his nightclub, the Garage, on 42nd Street. Rival club owner Farrell threatens drastic measures to stop him. When Farrell’s goons massacre the staff on opening night, Barnes drops his reform and reverts to violent ways, seeking revenge on Farrell and his men.

Tough ex‑con Glenn Barnes is paroled after serving a manslaughter sentence and plans to reopen his nightclub, the Garage, on 42nd Street. Rival club owner Farrell threatens drastic measures to stop him. When Farrell’s goons massacre the staff on opening night, Barnes drops his reform and reverts to violent ways, seeking revenge on Farrell and his men.

Does Riot on 42nd St. have end credit scenes?

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