MyCinema has not rated Shakedown 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 Shakedown in the US?

Shakedown can be rented 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 Shakedown?

Shakedown runs 1 hour 33 minutes (93 minutes).

Is Shakedown suitable for kids?

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

TMDB19881h 33mAction / Crime / Drama / Thriller / Mystery

Shakedown

Name: Shakedown
Genre: Action, Crime, Drama, Thriller, Mystery
Released: 1988-05-06
Duration: 93 min

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.

TMDB audience score

Based on 104 votes

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Availability in the US

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Shakedown at a glance

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Runtime

Standard length · 1h 33m

At 1h 33m it sits between 90 minutes and two hours.

Genres

Action · Crime · Drama · Thriller · Mystery

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

US availability

5 to rent · 5 to buy

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

TMDB audience score

5.8 / 10 on TMDB

TMDB users rate it 5.8 out of 10 across 104 votes, a mixed audience score. That is a moderate sample of voters.

Why watch Shakedown tonight

It is a regular evening's length at 1h 33m.
It can be rented tonight from 5 US stores.
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Questions about Shakedown

Is Shakedown scary?: MyCinema has not rated Shakedown 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 Shakedown in the US?: Shakedown can be rented 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 Shakedown?: Shakedown runs 1 hour 33 minutes (93 minutes).
Is Shakedown suitable for kids?: Shakedown 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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