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Lock Up

1989 · 109 min · Director: John Flynn

Lock Up (1989) is an action drama, directed by John Flynn. It stars Sylvester Stallone and Donald Sutherland. Much of the story takes place behind bars. The 109-minute film holds an audience score of 6.8/10.

What Lock Up Is About

John Flynn's 1989 film follows a prisoner transferred to another jail six months before his release. The warden has a personal score. A new trap is set each day. The film keeps its structure simple; the narrative makes endurance its real subject. Sylvester Stallone and Donald Sutherland lead. It was shot in a real prison. The tone is hard. Who it's for: those who like prison action. Who it's not for: viewers troubled by dense violence; the film uses it often.

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What is Lock Up about?

John Flynn's 1989 film follows a prisoner transferred to another jail six months before his release. The warden has a personal score.

Where can I watch Lock Up?

Lock Up is available to watch on digital platforms such as Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.

How long is Lock Up?

Lock Up runs for 109 minutes (1h 49m).

When did Lock Up come out?

Lock Up was released in 1989.

Who directed Lock Up?

Lock Up was directed by John Flynn.

Who stars in Lock Up?

Lock Up stars Sylvester Stallone, Donald Sutherland, John Amos, Sonny Landham.

What is Lock Up's rating?

Lock Up holds 6.4/10 on IMDb and 6.8/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 63 out of 100.

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