
Checkmate
2016, English. Directed by Alex Maisonette.
In the streets of New York City, a drug war is brewing between bikers and the local drug dealers. A group of corrupt cops have taken the lead on the investigation while trying to set up an honest detective to take the heat. In this dangerous game only one honorable man can stop the war before he's killed by the dishonest cops who betrayed him.
- Runtime
- 1h 34m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
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- Released
- 1 January 2016
- Country
- United States of America
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How long is Checkmate?
Checkmate runs 94 minutes (1h 34m).
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Which OTT platform is Checkmate on?
Checkmate isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 3 November 2026.)
What movies are like Checkmate?
If you liked Checkmate, try Overdrive, The International, Stowaway.
Who directed Checkmate?
Checkmate (2016) was directed by Alex Maisonette and stars Alex Maisonette, Fat Joe, James Dinonno.