Shiner (2000): cast, story & where to watch

2000 · Film · ★ 5.6

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Released in 2000, Shiner is an action, drama and crime film directed by John Irvin, running about 99 minutes.

What it’s about. The past catches up with a ruthlessly ambitious boxing promoter.

Who’s in it. Shiner stars Michael Caine as Billy 'Shiner' Simpson, Martin Landau as Frank Spedding, Frances Barber as Georgie and Andy Serkis as Mel, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, Shiner has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Shiner page.

If you liked it. Fans of Shiner 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 Shiner (2000)?
In US, Shiner is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Shiner worth watching?
Shiner holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Shiner?
Shiner stars Michael Caine, Martin Landau, Frances Barber, Andy Serkis and Danny Webb.
When was Shiner released?
Shiner was released in 2000, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.