The Two Jakes
"They say money makes the world go round. But sex was invented before money."
Originally released in 1990. The Two Jakes is a crime/drama film. directed by Jack Nicholson. With a runtime of 2h 17m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Jack Nicholson, Harvey Keitel, and Meg Tilly
Synopsis
Real estate developer Jake Berman hires private investigator and war veteran Jake Gittes for some run-of-the-mill matrimonial work. After Berman shoots his wife's lover, who happens to be his business partner, Gittes is drawn into a web of conspiracy and deceit involving the oil reserves beneath Los Angeles. While investigating, Gittes hears a voice from his past that causes him to revisit a traumatic case in Chinatown.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 10, 1990
35 years ago
Runtime
2h 17m
137 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Mixed (258 votes)
Budget
$19M
Production budget
Box Office
$10M
0.5x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Jack Nicholson
as J.J. "Jake" Gittes
Harvey Keitel
as Julius "Jake" Berman
Meg Tilly
as Kitty Berman
Madeleine Stowe
as Lillian Bodine
Eli Wallach
as Cotton Weinberger
Rubén Blades
as Mickey Nice
Frederic Forrest
as Chuck Newty
David Keith
as Det. Lt. Loach
Richard Farnsworth
as Earl Rawley
Tracey Walter
as Tyrone Otley
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $19,000,000
- Revenue
- $10,005,969
Production Companies
- Paramount Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Two Jakes about?
Real estate developer Jake Berman hires private investigator and war veteran Jake Gittes for some run-of-the-mill matrimonial work. After Berman shoots his wife's lover, who happens to be his busin...
Who directed The Two Jakes?
The Two Jakes was directed by Jack Nicholson.
How long is The Two Jakes?
The Two Jakes has a runtime of 2 hours and 17 minutes (137 minutes total).
When was The Two Jakes released?
The Two Jakes was released on August 10, 1990 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Two Jakes?
The main cast of The Two Jakes includes Jack Nicholson, Harvey Keitel, Meg Tilly, Madeleine Stowe, Eli Wallach.
Is The Two Jakes worth watching?
The Two Jakes has a user rating of 6.0/10 based on 258 reviews, indicating mixed reception from audiences.