Street Kings (2008) movie poster

Street Kings (2008)

"Their city. Their rules. No prisoners."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 68%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 46% (RT: 37%, MC: 55) 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
Runtime
1h 49m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.6/10 (1,637 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
37%
Metacritic
55
Cast
Keanu Reeves as Detective Tom Ludlow
Forest Whitaker as Captain Jack Wander
Chris Evans as Detective Paul Diskant
Hugh Laurie as Captain James Biggs
Naomie Harris as Linda Washington
Martha Higareda as Grace Garcia
Common as Coates
It's divisive. Only 68% of audiences liked it based on 1,637 votes. Critics scored it lower at 46%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
Tom Ludlow is a disillusioned L.A. Police Officer, rarely playing by the rules and haunted by the death of his wife. When evidence implicates him in the execution of a fellow officer, he is forced to go up against the cop culture he's been a part of his entire career, ultimately leading him to question the loyalties of everyone around him. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
  • Keanu Reeves spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
Audience Consensus

Street Kings is a 2008 action, crime, drama film directed by David Ayer. Tom Ludlow is a disillusioned L.A. Police Officer, rarely playing by the rules and haunted by the death of his wife.

When evidence implicates him in the execution of a fellow officer, he is forced to go up against the cop culture he's been a part of his entire career, ultimately leading him to question the loyalties of everyone around him. The film has been rated by 1,637 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a action film, Street Kings 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. Street Kings (2008) 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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