Shakedown
1988, English. Directed by James Glickenhaus.
In a city where everyone is for sale... They're the best money can't buy.
When a local drug dealer shoots a dishonest cop in self-defense, lawyer and renegade undercover cop join forces to clear him. But when their investigation leads them into a maze of greed and corruption, they learn that in a town where everything is for sale, anything can happen.
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Cast & crew
- James GlickenhausDirector
- Peter WellerRoland Dalton
- Sam ElliottRichie Marks
- Patricia CharbonneauSusan Cantrell
- Antonio FargasNicky 'N.C.' Carr
- Blanche BakerGail Feinberger
- John C. McGinleySean Phillips
- Richard BrooksMichael Jones
- Jude CiccolellaPatrick O'Leary
- Thomas G. WaitesOfficer Kelly
- Daryl EdwardsDr. Watson
- Jos LaniadoRuben
- Henry Judd BakerBig Leroy
Details
- Released
- 6 May 1988
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- James Glickenhaus, James Borrelli
- Budget
- $6M
- Box office
- $10M
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Shakedown: quick answers
Is Shakedown worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.8/10 from 104 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Shakedown?
Shakedown runs 93 minutes (1h 33m).
Does Shakedown have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Shakedown. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Is Shakedown suitable for kids?
Shakedown is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
What movies are like Shakedown?
If you liked Shakedown, try McQ, The Organization, Kidnapping Mr. Heineken.
Who directed Shakedown?
Shakedown (1988) was directed by James Glickenhaus and stars Peter Weller, Sam Elliott, Patricia Charbonneau.