Jake Speed (1986)

When her sister is kidnapped by white slavers, only Grandpa knows what to do. He puts in a call to a fictional hero, Jake Speed. She is amazed to find that he actually exists, and that as ... See full summary »

Director:

Andrew Lane

Writers:

Wayne Crawford, Andrew Lane

Stars:

Wayne Crawford, Dennis Christopher, Karen Kopins

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Wayne Crawford	...	Jake Speed
Dennis Christopher	...	Desmond Floyd
Karen Kopins	...	Margaret Winston
John Hurt	...	Sid
Leon Ames	...	Pop
Roy London	...	Maurice
Donna Pescow	...	Wendy
Barry Primus	...	Lawrence
Monte Markham	...	Mr. Winston
Millie Perkins	...	Mrs. Winston
Becca C. Ashley	...	Maureen (as Rebecca Ashley)
Alan Shearman	...	Rodrigo
Karl Johnson	...	Charles
Sal Viscuso	...	Newsstand Attendant
Ken Lerner	...	Ken

Storyline

When her sister is kidnapped by white slavers, only Grandpa knows what to do. He puts in a call to a fictional hero, Jake Speed. She is amazed to find that he actually exists, and that as flesh and blood, is much less formidable than his reputation.

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Plot Keywords:

white slavers | paperback | paris france | pulp hero | novelist | 

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Taglines:

More than a myth. Less than a legend. And a bit too big for his boots...

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Genres:

Adventure | Action | Comedy

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Certificate:

PG

Details

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

30 May 1986 (USA)

Also Known As:

Jacke Speed, o Vingador

Filming Locations:

Los Angeles, California, USA

Box Office

Gross:

$1,943,751 (USA)

Company Credits

Production Co:

Balcor Film Investors, Force 10 Productions (I)

Technical Specs

Runtime:

100 min 93 min (Video Version)

Sound Mix:

Ultra Stereo

Color:

Color (Technicolor)

Aspect Ratio:

1.85 : 1

Did You Know?

Quotes

Wendy: Maybe it's a blessing. At least your grandfather believes in somebody. Speedy Jake. Remero. Whatever. Who are our heroes?
Margaret Winston: Nobody.

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Connections

References Superman (1941)

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Soundtracks

"Small Change"
Written by Chris Farren
Performed by Chris Farren
Produced by Chris Farren

User Reviews

A great B-movie ! Lighten up and enjoy something fun

I know the film snobs are snorting. But if you're looking for a surprisingly fun ride through the B-movie jungle, try "Jake Speed".

A little thin at times, but its one-liners and the location more then make up for this. John Hurt(God love him), seems to be having fun doing his role as the ultra evil white slaver. The nemesis of Crawfords, Jake Speed. He adds a dimension to the film that only a pro like Hurt could provide. Crawford and Dennis Christopher( Jakes sidekick) are a good team,although you do wonder why they both put up with each other.However ,together both Crawford and Christopher portray a team that is just so much fun that, if you can get over yourself for a moment, you may find yourself acting like a kid again at the situations and the inherent suspense they provide.The delicious Karen Kopins does a great job as the damsel in distress that is more concerned about the motives of her rescuer then her tormentor.

I have yet to find a movie that is as much fun without getting preachy,or bogging down the movie by trying too hard. Not every movie has to be the latest "Citizen Kane". And trust me,Wells was an original. So lets remember that sometimes, movies are for fun.Not social commentary or attempting to sway an audience politically. But just for the sheer fun of being alive and living in a time when our hero's live in a celluloid dimension.