Overview

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.

Cast

Peter Weller, Sam Elliott, Patricia Charbonneau, Antonio Fargas, Blanche Baker, John C. McGinley, Richard Brooks, Jude Ciccolella

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Frequently asked

What is "Shakedown" about?

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.

When was "Shakedown" released?

Shakedown was released in 1988.

Who stars in "Shakedown"?

The cast includes Peter Weller, Sam Elliott, Patricia Charbonneau, Antonio Fargas.