Shot Caller (2017)
A newly released gangster navigates a bleak, tense world of crime, forced into a tragic confrontation.
A newly-released prison gangster is forced by the leaders of his gang to orchestrate a major crime with a brutal rival gang on the streets of Southern California.
How intense is Shot Caller?
Shot Caller is mildly scary, with graphic gore and brutal violence. Emotionally it is devastating. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated R.
What Shot Caller feels like
- Tone
- grittytensebleaksuspenseful
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream Shot Caller
Not on a US subscription service at our last check. Rent or buy may still be an option.
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Is Shot Caller for you?
Is Shot Caller scary?
Only a little. Shot Caller has a few tense moments (scare level 1 of 3), nothing that follows you to bed.
Is Shot Caller gory or violent?
Graphic gore (2 of 3) and brutal violence (3 of 3). If graphic gore is a dealbreaker, skip it.
Is Shot Caller sad or heavy?
Yes. Emotional weight 3 of 3. It hits hard; do not plan anything light after.
Is Shot Caller OK for kids?
It is rated R, so it is made for adults. Intensity: scare 1, gore 2, violence 3, each out of 3.
How long is Shot Caller?
Shot Caller runs 2h 1m.
Where can I stream Shot Caller?
Shot Caller is not on a US subscription service right now (rent or buy may still be an option).
Does Shot Caller have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
No. Brace yourself.
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