Shaft
New York police detective John Shaft arrests Walter Wade Jr. for a racially motivated slaying. But the only eyewitness disappears, and Wade jumps bail for Switzerland. Two years later Wade returns to face trial, confident his money and influence will get him acquitted -- especially since he's paid a drug kingpin to kill the witness.
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Streaming now in the United States on fuboTV, MGM Plus, Paramount Plus Premium, Philo, and Starz.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Plex.
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Frequently asked questions about Shaft
Where can I watch Shaft in the United States?
Shaft is available to stream on fuboTV, MGM Plus, Paramount Plus Premium, Philo, and Starz in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Plex. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is Shaft on Paramount Plus Premium?
Yes. Shaft is streaming on Paramount Plus Premium in the United States, alongside fuboTV, MGM Plus, Philo, and Starz.
Can I watch Shaft for free?
Not free in the United States right now. Shaft needs a subscription to fuboTV, MGM Plus, Paramount Plus Premium, Philo, and Starz, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Plex.
What are the ratings for Shaft?
Shaft scores 6.0 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Shaft?
Shaft stars Samuel L. Jackson, Vanessa Williams, Jeffrey Wright, Christian Bale, and Busta Rhymes. John Singleton is the director.
How long is Shaft?
Shaft runs 1h 39m (99 minutes).
When did Shaft come out?
Shaft was released on June 15, 2000.
Which studio made Shaft?
Shaft was produced by Paramount Pictures, Scott Rudin Productions, and New Deal Productions in the United States and Germany.
What was the budget for Shaft?
Shaft was made on a budget of $46,000,000.
How much did Shaft make at the box office?
Shaft grossed $107,626,125 worldwide, against a budget of $46,000,000.
What languages is Shaft in?
Shaft is in English, Spanish, and German, and its original language is English.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.