Shifty (2009): cast, story & where to watch
2009 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 2009, Shifty is a thriller film directed by Eran Creevy, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. Shifty, a young crack cocaine dealer in London, sees his life quickly spiral out of control when his best friend returns home. Stalked by a customer desperate to score at all costs, and with his family about to turn their back on him for good, Shifty must out-run and out-smart a rival drug dealer, intent on setting him up for a big fall.
Who’s in it. Shifty stars Riz Ahmed as Shifty, Daniel Mays as Chris, Jason Flemyng as Glen and Francesca Annis as Valerie, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, Shifty has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Shifty page.
If you liked it. Fans of Shifty tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Shifty (2009)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Shifty change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Shifty worth watching?
- Shifty holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Shifty?
- Shifty stars Riz Ahmed, Daniel Mays, Jason Flemyng, Francesca Annis and Nitin Ganatra.
- When was Shifty released?
- Shifty was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.