---
title: "Shark City"
year: 2009
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/shark-city-2009"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 54181
imdb_id: "tt1055367"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 87
community_rating: 3.0
vote_count: 5
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Shark City (2009) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/shark-city-2009

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Shark City is a 2009 comedy film directed by Dan Eisen. The story follows two best friends in their early thirties living in New York who encounter complications when one finds the daughter of a major mobster and the other swindles the mob boss out of a million dollars.

The film features a cast including Jefferson Brown, David J. Phillips, Carlo Rota, Corey Haim, and Vivica A. Fox. It is described as a quirky thriller that follows a real-estate agent going up against the mob to save his life and win a girl.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Two best friends in New York find love and trouble involving a powerful mobster."

### Why Watch
- Features a cast including Vivica A. Fox and Corey Haim
- Combines elements of comedy, drama, and romance
- Follows a high-stakes plot involving a million-dollar swindle

### Caveats & Content Note
- The film's genre blends comedy, drama, and thriller elements which may not suit all viewers
- Tone & Suitability: The film is a 1 hour 27 minute blend of comedy, drama, and romance with thriller elements.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #new-york-comedy, #mob-romance, #quirky-thriller, #crime-drama

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Dan Eisen

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Jefferson Brown** as *Kenny*
- **David J. Phillips** as *Dagen*
- **Carlo Rota** as *Ventura Ritt*
- **Tony Nappo** as *Al*
- **Vivica A. Fox** as *Veronica Wolf*
- **Corey Haim** as *Chip Davis*
- **Samantha Gutstadt** as *Jen*
- **Jordan Madley** as *Samantha Ritt*
- **Skye Collyer** as *Mindy*
- **Dylan Ramsey** as *Teddy*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the genre of Shark City?
The film is categorized as a comedy, drama, and romance with elements of a quirky thriller.

### Q: How long is the movie?
The film has a runtime of 1 hour 27 minutes.

### Q: Who directed Shark City?
The movie was directed by Dan Eisen.

### Q: Who are the main stars of the film?
The film stars Jefferson Brown, David J. Phillips, Carlo Rota, Corey Haim, and Vivica A. Fox.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Shark City — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/54181)
- [Shark City - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shark_City)
- [Shark City (2009) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/shark-city/credits)
- [Shark City - Full Cast & Crew - TV Guide](https://www.tvguide.com/movies/shark-city/cast/2000144401/)
- [Shark City - Wikiwand](https://www.wikiwand.com/en/articles/Shark_City)
- [Shark City Cast & Crew - Moviefone](https://www.moviefone.com/movie/shark-city/10015143/credits/)

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