Shaft (2000) | Streaming Guide & Showtimes
Shaft (2000) — New York police detective John Shaft arrests Walter Wade Jr. for a racially motivated slaying. Streaming on fuboTV, MGM+ A...
Shaft (2000) Storyline
New York police detective John Shaft arrests Walter Wade Jr. for a racially motivated slaying. But the only eyewitness disappears, and Wade jumps bail for Switzerland. Two years later Wade returns to face trial, confident his money and influence will get him acquitted -- especially since he's paid a drug kingpin to kill the witness.
Full Cast & Crew
- Samuel L. Jackson as John Shaft
- Vanessa Williams as Carmen Vasquez
- Jeffrey Wright as Peoples Hernandez
- Christian Bale as Walter Wade, Jr.
- Busta Rhymes as Rasaan
- Dan Hedaya as Jack Roselli
- Toni Collette as Diane Palmieri
- Richard Roundtree as "Uncle" John Shaft
- Ruben Santiago-Hudson as Jimmy Groves
- Josef Sommer as Curt Flemming
- Lynne Thigpen as Carla Howard
- Philip Bosco as Walter Wade Senior
- Pat Hingle as Judge Dennis Bradford
- Lee Tergesen as Luger
- Daniel von Bargen as Lt Kearney
Why Watch Shaft?
The Vibe: Shaft is a adrenaline-fueled and fast-paced action movie that firmly establishes itself as a must-watch from 2000. The pacing and atmosphere are perfectly calibrated to keep you engaged from start to finish.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 6/10, it retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its specific stylistic choices and unique premise.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for fans of high-octane spectacle and epic set pieces. If you enjoy character-driven arcs layered with action-specific tropes, this deserves a spot on your watchlist.
Movie Details & Production
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