The Two Jakes
1990, English. Directed by Jack Nicholson.
They say money makes the world go round. But sex was invented before money.
Real estate developer Jake Berman hires private investigator and war veteran Jake Gittes for some run-of-the-mill matrimonial work. After Berman shoots his wife's lover, who happens to be his business partner, Gittes is drawn into a web of conspiracy and deceit involving the oil reserves beneath Los Angeles. While investigating, Gittes hears a voice from his past that causes him to revisit a traumatic case in Chinatown.
- Runtime
- 2h 17m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.0/10 from 292 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
- Jack NicholsonDirector
- Jack NicholsonJ.J. "Jake" Gittes
- Harvey KeitelJulius "Jake" Berman
- Meg TillyKitty Berman
- Madeleine StoweLillian Bodine
- Eli WallachCotton Weinberger
- Rubén BladesMickey Nice
- Frederic ForrestChuck Newty
- David KeithDet. Lt. Loach
- Richard FarnsworthEarl Rawley
- Tracey WalterTyrone Otley
- Joe MantellLawrence Walsh
- James HongKahn
Details
- Released
- 10 August 1990
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Robert Towne
- Budget
- $19M
- Box office
- $10M
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The Two Jakes: quick answers
What should I watch before The Two Jakes?
Watch Chinatown (1974) first.
Is The Two Jakes worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.0/10 from 292 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Two Jakes?
The Two Jakes runs 137 minutes (2h 17m).
Does The Two Jakes have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Two Jakes. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Two Jakes parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Two Jakes is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Two Jakes on?
The Two Jakes isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Two Jakes?
If you liked The Two Jakes, try The Drowning Pool, The Late Show, China Moon.
Who directed The Two Jakes?
The Two Jakes (1990) was directed by Jack Nicholson and stars Jack Nicholson, Harvey Keitel, Meg Tilly.