Jake Speed
"More than a myth. Less than a legend. And a bit too big for his boots"
Originally released in 1986. Jake Speed is a action/comedy film. directed by Andrew Lane.
Starring Wayne Crawford, Karen Kopins, and Dennis Christopher
Synopsis
Jake Speed (Wayne Crawford) is the lead character in some of the biggest page-turners of the 1940s. A chiseled, heroic action figure, Speed saves lives on paper, but when a young girl is kidnapped and her sister (Karen Kopins) begs the real-life Speed for help, he must find a way to be as gallant as the book hero whose creation he's inspired. Accompanied by the victim's sibling, Speed flies to Africa to see if he's up to the task.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 30, 1986
39 years ago
Runtime
1h 40m
100 minutes total
User Rating
4.4/10
Mixed (16 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Force 10 Productions
- Balcor Film Investors
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jake Speed about?
Jake Speed (Wayne Crawford) is the lead character in some of the biggest page-turners of the 1940s. A chiseled, heroic action figure, Speed saves lives on paper, but when a young girl is kidnapped ...
Who directed Jake Speed?
Jake Speed was directed by Andrew Lane.
How long is Jake Speed?
Jake Speed has a runtime of 1 hours and 40 minutes (100 minutes total).
When was Jake Speed released?
Jake Speed was released on May 30, 1986 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Jake Speed?
The main cast of Jake Speed includes Wayne Crawford, Karen Kopins, Dennis Christopher, John Hurt, Leon Ames.