MyCinema has not rated Lock Up for scares yet. TMDB lists it as an action, crime, and drama film. It is rated R in the United States.

Where can I watch Lock Up in the US?

Lock Up can be bought from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and 2 more in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.

Lock Up runs 1 hour 49 minutes (109 minutes).

Is Lock Up suitable for kids?

Lock Up is rated R in the United States, which means viewers under 17 need an adult with them. No, it is not suitable for children.

TMDB19891h 49mAction / Crime / Drama / Thriller

Lock Up

Name: Lock Up
Genre: Action, Crime, Drama, Thriller
Released: 1989-08-04
Duration: 109 min

How much can a man take...before he gives back?

Frank Leone is nearing the end of his prison term for a relatively minor crime. Just before he is paroled, however, Warden Drumgoole takes charge. Drumgoole was assigned to a hell-hole prison after his administration was publicly humiliated by Leone, and has now arrived on the scene to ensure that Leone never sees the light of day.

TMDB audience score

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Lock Up at a glance

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Runtime

Standard length · 1h 49m

At 1h 49m it sits between 90 minutes and two hours.

Genres

Action · Crime · Drama · Thriller

TMDB files it under action, crime, drama, and thriller.

US availability

5 to buy

Not listed on a subscription service. Listed to buy from 5 stores.

TMDB audience score

6.8 / 10 on TMDB

TMDB users rate it 6.8 out of 10 across 1,376 votes, a positive audience score. That is a large sample of voters.

Why watch Lock Up tonight

It is a regular evening's length at 1h 49m.
It can be bought from 5 US stores.
TMDB users rate it 6.8 out of 10 across 1,376 votes.
There is a trailer on this page if you want a look first.

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Questions about Lock Up

Is Lock Up scary?: MyCinema has not rated Lock Up for scares yet. TMDB lists it as an action, crime, and drama film. It is rated R in the United States.
Where can I watch Lock Up in the US?: Lock Up can be bought from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and 2 more in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.
How long is Lock Up?: Lock Up runs 1 hour 49 minutes (109 minutes).
Is Lock Up suitable for kids?: Lock Up is rated R in the United States, which means viewers under 17 need an adult with them. No, it is not suitable for children.

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