Loan Shark

1952·Movie
1h 19min·NR
IMDb6.4Rotten Tomatoes–15%

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Loan Shark fingerprint

High energy, a touch of humor.

Energy

Violent and tense

Fast from start to finish.

  • Violence8
  • Tension7
  • Fast Pace7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Pathos6
  • Catharsis6
  • Nostalgia6

Humor

Some dark humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor5
  • Physical Comedy4
  • Wit & Wordplay3

World

Crime, everyday modern life, and mystery

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue8
  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Cinematography6
  • Sound Centrality6

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About

He knows every racket's strength... and every woman's weakness!

A vicious loan shark ring has been preying on factory workers. When several workers at a tire factory suffer violence at the hands of the loan sharkers, a union leader and the factory owner try to recruit ex-con Joe Gargan to infiltrate to the gang. At first Joe does not want to get involved, but changes his mind when his brother-in-law dies at the hands of a savage loan shark hood. Joe works his way into the mob, but in order to keep his cover, Joe can't tell anyone what he is up to. This results in him being disowned by his sister and girl friend.
Film NoirUndercover OperationGangsterBetrayal & DeceitGritty RealismMoral AmbiguityUrban CrimeRevenge

Crew

Directed by:
Seymour Friedman
Written by:
Martin Rackin, Martin Rackin, Eugene Ling
Produced by:
Bernard Luber, Carl Hiecke
Composed by:
Heinz Roemheld, Frank Webster, David Chudnow

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Loan Shark

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Where can I stream Loan Shark legally?

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Loan Shark is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, IndieFlix, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Fawesome and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Loan Shark worth watching?

44
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 45/100 (IMDb 6.4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Loan Shark rated?

NRViolence

It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: violence.

How long is Loan Shark?

1 h 19 min

Loan Shark runs 1 h 19 min.

What language is Loan Shark in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Loan Shark?

3CAMXUS

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