Shaft 2019
“More Shaft than you can handle.”
What is Shaft?
Shaft is a film first released in 2019. Catalogued under Action, Crime, Comedy, Mystery.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2019
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 111 minutes
- Release date
- Jun 14, 2019
- Studios
- Davis Entertainment, New Line Cinema
- Genres
- Action, Crime, Comedy, Mystery
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Overview
Shaft is a film first released in 2019. Catalogued under Action, Crime, Comedy, Mystery. Status: Released. A full overview for this page is being written and will appear here once verified against sources.
Should you watch it?
“A tech‑savvy son teams up with his legendary detective father to solve a Harlem murder.”
- Sharp blend of action and comedy
- Charismatic performances from Samuel L. Jackson and Jessie T. Usher
- The shift between serious crime drama and comedy can feel uneven
Watch it if you enjoy a modern, fast‑paced crime comedy with a legendary detective legacy.
Features violence, drug‑related themes, and strong language, making it suitable for mature audiences.
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Frequently asked questions
Who directed the 2019 Shaft?
Tim Story directed the 2019 Shaft.
What genre does the 2019 Shaft belong to?
It is an action comedy that also incorporates crime and mystery elements.
Who plays the original John Shaft?
Samuel L. Jackson portrays the legendary detective John Shaft.
What is the relationship between JJ and John Shaft?
JJ is John Shaft’s son, referred to as John Shaft Jr.
How long is the movie?
The runtime is approximately 1 hour 51 minutes.