The Punisher (1989 film)
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| Directed by | Mark Goldblatt |
| Written by | Boaz Yakin |
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| Produced by | Robert Mark Kamen |
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| Cinematography | Ian Baker |
| Edited by | Tim Wellburn |
| Music by | Dennis Dreith |
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Running time | 89 minutes |
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| Language | English |
| Budget | $9 million |
| Box office | $30 million |
The Punisher is a 1989 American vigilante-action-thriller film directed by Mark Goldblatt and written by Boaz Yakin, based on the Marvel Comics character of same name. It stars Dolph Lundgren in the title role, a vigilante who wages war on the Mafia and Yakuza. Louis Gossett, Jr., Jeroen Krabbé, and Kim Miyori appear in supporting roles.
The film had a troubled release due to distributor New World International's financial issues. It was released directly to home media in the United States, but grossed $30 million on a $9 million budget from an international theatrical run. The Punisher has since gained a cult following.