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Sharky's Machine

"Nobody leans on Sharky's Machine."

December 18, 1981 2h 2m 6.1/10 (110 votes)

Originally released in 1981. Sharky's Machine is a crime/drama film. directed by Burt Reynolds. With a runtime of 2h 2m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Burt Reynolds, Rachel Ward, and Henry Silva

Synopsis

Police officer Tom Sharky gets busted back to working vice, where he happens upon a scandalous conspiracy involving a local politician. Sharky's new 'machine' gathers evidence while Sharky falls in love with a woman he has never met.

Quick Facts

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Release Date December 18, 1981 44 years ago
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Runtime 2h 2m 122 minutes total
User Rating 6.1/10 Good (110 votes)
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Budget $17.5M Production budget
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Box Office $35.6M 2.0x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$17,500,000
Revenue
$35,610,100

Production Companies

  • Deliverance Productions
  • Orion Pictures

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sharky's Machine about?

Police officer Tom Sharky gets busted back to working vice, where he happens upon a scandalous conspiracy involving a local politician. Sharky's new 'machine' gathers evidence while Sharky falls in...

Who directed Sharky's Machine?

Sharky's Machine was directed by Burt Reynolds.

How long is Sharky's Machine?

Sharky's Machine has a runtime of 2 hours and 2 minutes (122 minutes total).

When was Sharky's Machine released?

Sharky's Machine was released on December 18, 1981 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Sharky's Machine?

The main cast of Sharky's Machine includes Burt Reynolds, Rachel Ward, Henry Silva, Brian Keith, Vittorio Gassman.

Is Sharky's Machine worth watching?

Sharky's Machine has a user rating of 6.1/10 based on 110 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.