Shakedown (1988)
Overview
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.
Where to watch Shakedown
| Country | Stream | Rent | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube +1 | Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube +1 |
| Canada | — | Apple TV, CosmoGo | Apple TV, CosmoGo |
| Australia | Amazon Prime Video, Beamafilm | Beamafilm | — |
| New Zealand | Beamafilm | Beamafilm | — |
| Germany | Adrenalin | — | — |
| Spain | Movistar Plus+ Ficción Total, FlixOlé | Amazon Video | Amazon Video |
| Sweden | — | SF Anytime | SF Anytime |
Streaming availability from JustWatch via TMDB, which also lists Shakedown in 5 more countries. Catalogues change often, so check the provider before subscribing.
What is Shakedown about?
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. Shakedown is a Action, Crime, Drama, Thriller, Mystery movie, released on 1988-05-06, runtime 93 minutes.
Is Shakedown worth watching?
TMDB users rate Shakedown 5.8 out of 10 from 104 ratings. Reviews are mixed.
Where can I watch Shakedown?
In Australia, Shakedown streams on Amazon Prime Video and Beamafilm and can be rented from Beamafilm. The table on this page lists 6 more countries. Movie World also lists the official trailer, online streaming sources and links to external sources on this page.
Directed by
James Glickenhaus
Cast
- Peter Weller as Roland Dalton
- Sam Elliott as Richie Marks
- Patricia Charbonneau as Susan Cantrell
- Antonio Fargas as Nicky 'N.C.' Carr
- Blanche Baker as Gail Feinberger
- John C. McGinley as Sean Phillips
- Richard Brooks as Michael Jones
- Jude Ciccolella as Patrick O'Leary
- Thomas G. Waites as Officer Kelly
- Daryl Edwards as Dr. Watson
- Jos Laniado as Ruben
- Henry Judd Baker as Big Leroy
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Sources
Details and the 5.8/10 rating from Shakedown on TMDB, also on IMDb. Back to Movie World.