Jackals (1986): cast, story & where to watch
1986 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1986, Jackals is an action and crime film directed by Gary Grillo, running about 97 minutes. “An ex-cop. To escape the violence, he quit the force. The violence followed him.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Cops in a small town near the Mexican border find themselves caught up in a scheme that smuggles illegal aliens into the country.
Who’s in it. Jackals stars Jameson Parker as Dave Buchanon, Jack Lucarelli as Joe Case, Gerald McRaney as Jake Wheeler and Wilford Brimley as Sheriff Mitchell, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Jackals has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Jackals page.
If you liked it. Fans of Jackals tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Jackals (1986)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Jackals change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Jackals worth watching?
- Jackals holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and crime. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Jackals?
- Jackals stars Jameson Parker, Jack Lucarelli, Gerald McRaney, Wilford Brimley and Jeannie Wilson.
- When was Jackals released?
- Jackals was released in 1986, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.