Shakedown
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.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Shakedown
- Genres: Action, Crime, Drama, Thriller, Mystery
- Release Date: 1988-05-06
- Runtime: 93 minutes
- Rating: 5.8/10 (89 votes)
- Budget: $6,000,000
- Revenue: $10,068,039
- Production Companies: Shapiro-Glickenhaus Entertainment, Blue Jean Cop, Universal Pictures
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 2.2091
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
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
Gallery
Trailers & Clips
Don't Shoot
The Trial
The Fight At The Amusement Park
Official Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shakedown?▼
Shakedown is a Action, Crime, Drama, Thriller, Mystery movie directed by . It was released on 1988-05-06.
Who are the main actors in Shakedown?▼
The main cast includes Peter Weller, Sam Elliott, Patricia Charbonneau, Antonio Fargas, Blanche Baker, .
Where can I watch Shakedown online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Shakedown is available.
Is Shakedown based on a true story?▼
In a city where everyone is for sale... They're the best money can't buy.
What is the IMDb rating of Shakedown?▼
Shakedown has an IMDb rating of 5.8/10 based on 89 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Shakedown?▼
The movie had a production budget of $6,000,000 and earned $10,068,039 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Shakedown?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Shapiro-Glickenhaus Entertainment, Blue Jean Cop, Universal Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Shakedown filmed?▼
Shakedown was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Shakedown?▼
The total runtime of Shakedown is 93 minutes.
Is Shakedown suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Shakedown?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Shakedown.
Does Shakedown have a post-credit scene?▼
Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!
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