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The Two Jakes

The Two Jakes

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.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Two Jakes
  • Genres: Crime, Drama, Mystery, Romance
  • Release Date: 1990-08-10
  • Runtime: 137 minutes
  • Rating: 6/10 (238 votes)
  • Budget: $19,000,000
  • Revenue: $10,005,969
  • Production Companies: Paramount Pictures
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 3.6276
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Jack Nicholson

Jack Nicholson

as J.J. "Jake" Gittes

Harvey Keitel

Harvey Keitel

as Julius "Jake" Berman

Meg Tilly

Meg Tilly

as Kitty Berman

Madeleine Stowe

Madeleine Stowe

as Lillian Bodine

Eli Wallach

Eli Wallach

as Cotton Weinberger

Rubén Blades

Rubén Blades

as Mickey Nice

Frederic Forrest

Frederic Forrest

as Chuck Newty

David Keith

David Keith

as Det. Lt. Loach

Richard Farnsworth

Richard Farnsworth

as Earl Rawley

Tracey Walter

Tracey Walter

as Tyrone Otley

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Trailers & Clips

The Two Jakes - Trailer

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Keywords

los angeles, californiaprivate detective

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Two Jakes?

The Two Jakes is a Crime, Drama, Mystery, Romance movie directed by . It was released on 1990-08-10.

Who are the main actors in The Two Jakes?

The main cast includes Jack Nicholson, Harvey Keitel, Meg Tilly, Madeleine Stowe, Eli Wallach, .

Where can I watch The Two Jakes online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Two Jakes is available.

Is The Two Jakes based on a true story?

They say money makes the world go round. But sex was invented before money.

What is the IMDb rating of The Two Jakes?

The Two Jakes has an IMDb rating of 6/10 based on 238 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Two Jakes?

The movie had a production budget of $19,000,000 and earned $10,005,969 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Two Jakes?

The soundtrack was composed by Paramount Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Two Jakes filmed?

The Two Jakes was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Two Jakes?

The total runtime of The Two Jakes is 137 minutes.

Is The Two Jakes suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Two Jakes?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Two Jakes.

Does The Two Jakes have a post-credit scene?

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