Filmed in 1981, but not released in the U.S. until 1984.
Also released as 'Corrupt Lieutenant,' 'Cop Killer' and 'Corrupt.'
As of 2024, this film remains John Lydon's only starring role in a film.
John Lydon's Post-punk group Public Image Ltd (PiL) was supposed to score the soundtrack for the film. It was eventually scored by Ennio Morricone.