Shaker Run (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Film · ★ 4.6
Released in 1985, Shaker Run is an action, thriller and drama film directed by Bruce Morrison, running about 90 minutes. “The Ultimate Chase” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. With the accidental discovery of a lethal bio-agent at her research facility, Dr. Christine Ruben decides to double cross her own government by stealing the deadly formula to keep it out of the clutches of the military, whom she doesn't trust. To make her rendezvous with some confederates who promise to get her out of the country, she recruits daredevil driver Judd Pierson and his partner Casey Lee, who are down on their luck and take the job without knowing what they're getting into.
Who’s in it. Shaker Run stars Cliff Robertson as Judd Pierson, Leif Garrett as Casey Lee, Lisa Harrow as Dr. Christine Rubin and Shane Briant as Paul Thoreau, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.6/10, Shaker Run has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Shaker Run page.
If you liked it. Fans of Shaker Run 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 Shaker Run (1985)?
- In GB, Shaker Run is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Shaker Run worth watching?
- Shaker Run holds an audience score of 4.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Shaker Run?
- Shaker Run stars Cliff Robertson, Leif Garrett, Lisa Harrow, Shane Briant and Peter Rowell.
- When was Shaker Run released?
- Shaker Run was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.