Lock Up (1989) movie poster

Lock Up (1989)

"How much can a man take...before he gives back?"
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 90%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 42% (RT: 31%, MC: 52) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Director
John Flynn
Runtime
1h 55m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.8/10 (1,287 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
31%
Metacritic
52
Cast
Sylvester Stallone as Frank Leone
Donald Sutherland as Warden Drumgoole
John Amos as Captain Meissner
Sonny Landham as Chink Weber
Tom Sizemore as Dallas
Frank McRae as Eclipse
Darlanne Fluegel as Melissa
Yes. 90% of real audiences liked it based on 1,287 votes. Critics scored it lower at 42%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
Frank Leone is nearing the end of his prison term for a relatively minor crime. Just before he is paroled, however, Warden Drumgoole takes charge. Drumgoole was assigned to a hell-hole prison after his administration was publicly humiliated by Leone, and has now arrived on the scene to ensure that Leone never sees the light of day. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • During production of Lock Up, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
  • Sylvester Stallone spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
  • The initial cut of Lock Up was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
Audience Consensus

Lock Up is a 1989 action, crime, drama film directed by John Flynn. Frank Leone is nearing the end of his prison term for a relatively minor crime. Just before he is paroled, however, Warden Drumgoole takes charge.

Drumgoole was assigned to a hell-hole prison after his administration was publicly humiliated by Leone, and has now arrived on the scene to ensure that Leone never sees the light of day. The film has been rated by 1,287 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a action film, Lock Up delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling.

The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Lock Up (1989) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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