Shank
2009, English. Directed by Simon Pearce & Christian Martin.
Teenage gang member Cal, hides his sexuality from his fellow gang members despite their often violent dislike of anyone that isn't the same as them, be they unsuspecting shoppers, foreign students, gays, etc. When his world collides with Olivier, a student he rescues from a pointless beating, he encounters a lifestyle that presents as many new experiences as it does obstacles.
- Runtime
- 1h 34m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.1/10 from 56 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
- Simon PearceDirector
- Christian MartinDirector
- Wayne VirgoCal
- Marc LaurentOlivier
- Tom BottJonno
- Alice PayneNessa
- Garry SummersScott
- Bernie HodgesWill
- Louise FearnsideDayna
- Oliver ParkGang Member 1
- Earl VirgoGang Member 2
- Felicia PearceClass Mate
- Christian MartinDavid / Radio Presenter
- Remy TaylorExtra and Background
Details
- Released
- 14 April 2009
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- Darren Flaxstone, Christian Martin
- Budget
- $25K
- Box office
- $714K
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Shank: quick answers
Is Shank worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.1/10 from 56 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Shank?
Shank runs 94 minutes (1h 34m).
Does Shank have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Shank. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Shank parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for Shank yet.
Which OTT platform is Shank on?
Shank isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 14 April 2009. (Checked 31 October 2026.)
What movies are like Shank?
If you liked Shank, try Funny Boy, Kawa, Jitters.
Who directed Shank?
Shank (2009) was directed by Simon Pearce and Christian Martin and stars Wayne Virgo, Marc Laurent, Tom Bott.