Plot — What is Shaft about?
JJ, aka John Shaft Jr., may be a cyber security expert with a degree from MIT, but to uncover the truth behind his best friend’s untimely death, he needs an education only his dad can provide. Absent throughout JJ’s youth, the legendary locked-and-loaded John Shaft agrees to help his progeny navigate Harlem’s heroin-infested underbelly.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 2019 |
| Genre | Action, Crime, Comedy, Mystery |
| Language | English |
| Runtime | 111 min |
| Audience Score | 65% (6.5/10, 1,925 votes) |
Shaft — FAQ
Is Shaft worth watching? Shaft holds a 6.5/10 rating from 1,925 viewers. JJ, aka John Shaft Jr., may be a cyber security expert with a degree from MIT, but to uncover the truth behind his best friend’s untimely death, he needs an education only his dad can provide. Absent throughout JJ’s yout
Who directed Shaft? Directed by Tim Story.
Who is in the cast of Shaft? It stars Samuel L. Jackson, Jessie T. Usher, Regina Hall, Alexandra Shipp, Richard Roundtree, Jordan Preston Carter and more.
Where can I stream Shaft? You can stream Shaft on Netflix. Availability may vary by region.
When did Shaft release? It released in 2019.
