---
title: "Shaft's Big Score!"
year: 1972
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/shaft-s-big-score-1972"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 493
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 105
community_rating: 6.1
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "R"
---

# Shaft's Big Score! (1972) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/shaft-s-big-score-1972

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Shaft's Big Score! is a film first released in 1972. Catalogued under Crime, Thriller, Drama, Action. Produced and broadcast by Shaft Productions, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Detective John Shaft returns to hunt a client’s killer."

### Why Watch
- Charismatic lead performance
- Classic 70s crime action style
- Sharp blend of thriller and drama

### Caveats & Content Note
- Pacing may feel dated
- Violent crime themes typical of the era
- Tone & Suitability: The film features mature crime violence and adult themes, suited for mature audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: gritty, noir, action, thriller

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/shaft-s-big-score-1972#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Gordon Parks
- **Networks / Studios**: Shaft Productions, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Richard Roundtree** as *John Shaft*
- **Moses Gunn** as *Bumpy Jonas*
- **Drew Bundini Brown** as *Willy*
- **Joseph Mascolo** as *Gus Mascola*
- **Kathy Imrie** as *Rita*
- **Wally Taylor** as *Johnny Kelly*
- **Julius Harris** as *Capt. Bollin*
- **Rosalind Miles** as *Arna Asby*
- **Joe Santos** as *Pascal*
- **Angelo Gnazzo** as *Al*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When was Shaft's Big Score! released?
It was released in the United States on June 21, 1972.

### Q: What genres describe the film?
It is classified as crime, thriller, drama, and action.

### Q: How long is the movie?
The runtime is about 1 hour and 45 minutes.

### Q: Who is the main character?
The story follows John Shaft, a black detective cop.

### Q: What is the basic premise?
Shaft returns to investigate the murder of a client he was protecting.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Shaft's Big Score! — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/493)

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