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Shaft

6.520191h 51mRMovieActionCrimeComedy

JJ, aka John Shaft Jr., may be a cyber security expert with a degree from MIT, but to uncover the truth behind his best friend’s untimely death, he needs an education only his dad can provide. Absent throughout JJ’s youth, the legendary…

DirectorTim Story
WritersKenya Barris·Alex Barnow
ProducersIra Napoliello·John Davis

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Cast · Directed by Tim Story

Samuel L. Jackson
Samuel L. Jackson
John Shaft
Jessie T. Usher
Jessie T. Usher
JJ Shaft
Regina Hall
Regina Hall
Maya Babanikos
Alexandra Shipp
Alexandra Shipp
Sasha Arias
Richard Roundtree
Richard Roundtree
John Shaft, Sr.
Jordan Preston Carter
Jordan Preston Carter
Young JJ
Nyah Marie Johnson
Nyah Marie Johnson
Young Sasha
Matt Lauria
Matt Lauria
Major Gary Cutworth
Titus Welliver
Titus Welliver
Special Agent Vietti
Method Man
Method Man
Freddie P.
Isaach de Bankolé
Isaach de Bankolé
Pierro 'Gordito' Carrera
Avan Jogia
Avan Jogia
Karim Hassan

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Shaft — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Shaft?

Shaft is streaming on YouTube TV in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Shaft on Netflix?

No, Shaft is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026. It's currently on YouTube TV.

Is Shaft on Amazon Prime Video?

Shaft isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Shaft for free?

Shaft is available on YouTube TV in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is there a sequel to Shaft?

Shaft is currently the latest film in the Shaft (Reboot) Collection.

Is there a prequel to Shaft?

Yes — Shaft (2000) comes before Shaft in the Shaft (Reboot) Collection.

Is Shaft part of a trilogy?

No — Shaft is part of the Shaft (Reboot) Collection, which has 2 films.

How many movies are in the Shaft (Reboot) Collection?

There are 2 films in the Shaft (Reboot) Collection: Shaft (2000) and Shaft (2019).