---
title: "Jake Speed"
year: 1986
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/jake-speed-1986"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 71141
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 100
community_rating: 4.6
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "PG"
---

# Jake Speed (1986) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/jake-speed-1986

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Jake Speed is a film first released in 1986. Catalogued under Action, Comedy, Thriller. Produced and broadcast by Force 10 Productions, Balcor Film Investors. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A pulp‑hero steps out of his pages to rescue a kidnapped girl in Africa."

### Why Watch
- Retro pulp‑hero charm
- Mix of action, comedy, and thriller tones
- Exotic adventure setting

### Caveats & Content Note
- The PG rating limits the level of on‑screen violence.
- Tone & Suitability: With a PG rating and a mix of light‑hearted action and comedy, the film is appropriate for general audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: action, comedy, thriller, adventure

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/jake-speed-1986#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Andrew Lane
- **Networks / Studios**: Force 10 Productions, Balcor Film Investors

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Wayne Crawford** as *Jake Speed*
- **Karen Kopins** as *Margaret Winston*
- **Dennis Christopher** as *Desmond Floyd*
- **John Hurt** as *Syd*
- **Leon Ames** as *Pop Winston*
- **Roy London** as *Maurice*
- **Donna Pescow** as *Wendy*
- **Barry Primus** as *Lawrence*
- **Monte Markham** as *Mr Winston*
- **Millie Perkins** as *Mrs Winston*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What genre does Jake Speed belong to?
Jake Speed is classified as an action, comedy, and thriller film.

### Q: When was Jake Speed released?
The film was released in the United States on May 30, 1986.

### Q: What is the film’s rating?
Jake Speed carries a PG rating.

### Q: Who plays the title character?
Wayne Crawford portrays Jake Speed.

### Q: Where does the story take place?
The plot moves from the United States to Africa for the rescue mission.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Jake Speed — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/71141)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*