Shank
Teenage gang member Cal, hides his sexuality from his fellow gang members despite their often violent dislike of anyone that isn't the same as them, be they unsuspecting shoppers, foreign students, gays, etc. When his world collides with Olivier, a student he rescues from a pointless beating, he encounters a lifestyle that presents as many new experiences as it does obstacles.
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About Shank
Shank is a 2009 English-language drama and action film directed by Simon Pearce and Christian Martin. The cast is led by Wayne Virgo, Marc Laurent, Tom Bott. It has a runtime of 1h 34m. Viewers rate it 6.0/10 across 100 ratings.
Shank was produced by Christian Martin & Darren Flaxstone and Bonne idée Productions and made in United Kingdom. It was released on April 14, 2009. Made on a budget of about $0 million, it went on to gross $1 million worldwide.
- Director
- Simon Pearce, Christian Martin
- Writers
- Darren Flaxstone, Christian Martin
- Release date
- April 14, 2009
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Budget
- $0 million
- Box office
- $1 million
- Production
- Christian Martin & Darren Flaxstone, Bonne idée Productions
Shank cast & crew
Shank was directed by Simon Pearce and Christian Martin and written by Darren Flaxstone and Christian Martin.
The cast features Wayne Virgo as Cal, Marc Laurent as Olivier, Tom Bott as Jonno, Alice Payne as Nessa, Garry Summers as Scott, and Bernie Hodges as Will.
Is Shank worth watching?
Shank holds an audience score of 6.0/10 from 55 ratings, a solidly received drama films.
At 1h 34m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy drama and action, Shank is worth a place on your watchlist.
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Cast of Shank
Wayne Virgo
Cal
Marc Laurent
Olivier
Tom Bott
Jonno
Alice Payne
Nessa
Garry Summers
Scott
Bernie Hodges
Will
Louise Fearnside
Dayna
Oliver Park
Gang Member 1
Earl Virgo
Gang Member 2
Felicia Pearce
Class Mate
Christian Martin
David / Radio Presenter
Remy Taylor
Extra and Background
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Shank — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Shank in United States?
Shank is not currently available on major streaming services in United States. Availability changes often — check back soon.
▸What language is Shank in?
Shank is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Shank?
Shank runs 1 hours 34 minutes (94 minutes).
▸What is Shank rated?
It holds a 6.0/10 audience score from 55 ratings.
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