Gridlock'd
“Life is a traffic jam.”
After a friend overdoses, Spoon and Stretch decide to kick their drug habits and attempt to enroll in a government detox program. Their efforts are hampered by seemingly endless red tape, as they are shuffled from one office to another while being chased by drug dealers and the police.
Where to watch Gridlock'd in United States
Can I watch Gridlock'd in United States? Gridlock'd isn't on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
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Where is Gridlock'd streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| India | — | Amazon Video |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Germany | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| France | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Spain | Movistar Plus+ Ficción Total , SkyShowtime | — |
About Gridlock'd
Gridlock'd is a 1997 English-language comedy, crime and drama film directed by Vondie Curtis-Hall. The cast is led by Tim Roth, Tupac Shakur, Thandiwe Newton. It has a runtime of 1h 31m. Viewers rate it 6.6/10 across 300 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
Gridlock'd was produced by PolyGram Filmed Entertainment, Def Pictures, and Dragon Pictures and made in United States of America. It was released on January 29, 1997, and carries a R certification. Made on a budget of about $5 million, it went on to gross $6 million worldwide.
- Director
- Vondie Curtis-Hall
- Writers
- Vondie Curtis-Hall
- Release date
- January 29, 1997
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- R
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Budget
- $5 million
- Box office
- $6 million
- Production
- PolyGram Filmed Entertainment, Def Pictures, Dragon Pictures
Gridlock'd cast & crew
Gridlock'd was directed by Vondie Curtis-Hall and written by Vondie Curtis-Hall.
The cast features Tim Roth as Stretch, Tupac Shakur as Spoon, Thandiwe Newton as Cookie, Charles Fleischer as Mr. Woodson, Vondie Curtis-Hall as D-Reper, and Howard Hesseman as Blind Man.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Stewart Copeland, cinematography is by Bill Pope, and it was produced by Paul Webster and Russell Simmons.
Is Gridlock'd worth watching?
Gridlock'd holds an audience score of 6.6/10 from 251 ratings, a solidly received comedy films.
At 1h 31m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy comedy, crime, and drama, Gridlock'd is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Gridlock'd
Gridlock'd isn't on a subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube.
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Cast of Gridlock'd
Tim Roth
Stretch
Tupac Shakur
Spoon
Thandiwe Newton
Cookie
Charles Fleischer
Mr. Woodson
Vondie Curtis-Hall
D-Reper
Howard Hesseman
Blind Man
James Pickens Jr.
Supervisor
Tom Towles
D-Reper's Henchman
Bokeem Woodbine
Mud (uncredited)
John Sayles
Cop #1
Eric Payne
Cop #2
Tom Wright
Koolaid
Gridlock'd — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Gridlock'd in United States?
Gridlock'd is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.
▸What language is Gridlock'd in?
Gridlock'd is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Gridlock'd?
Gridlock'd runs 1 hours 31 minutes (91 minutes).
▸What is Gridlock'd rated?
Gridlock'd is rated R. It holds a 6.6/10 audience score from 251 ratings.
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