Shot (1973): cast, story & where to watch
1973 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1973, Shot is an action and crime film directed by Mitch Brown, running about 92 minutes. “When survival is the name of the game... It's every cop for himself!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Semi-urban detective duo Ross and Wilson have been charged with taking down local drug kingpin, Blasi. After busting a low-level pusher, they convince his girlfriend, Sheila, to start working for them as an undercover operative in exchange for avoiding prison. But as Ross finds himself becoming romantically interested in his new, perpetually spaced out informant, Blasi continues to strengthen his crime empire, setting his sights on even loftier, and deadlier, ambitions.
Who’s in it. Shot stars Charles 'Harpo' Adkins, Mark Ammons, Frank Andrews and John Ashford, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Shot 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 Shot page.
If you liked it. Fans of Shot 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 Shot (1973)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Shot change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Shot worth watching?
- Shot holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Shot?
- Shot stars Charles 'Harpo' Adkins, Mark Ammons, Frank Andrews, John Ashford and Margaret Uharik.
- When was Shot released?
- Shot was released in 1973, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.