Name: A Shock to the System
Director: Jan Egleson
Genre: Crime, Comedy, Thriller
Released: 1990-01-01
Duration: PT1h 31mM
Rating: 6.6
Cast: Michael Caine, Elizabeth McGovern, Peter Riegert, Swoosie Kurtz, Will Patton

Question 1

What is A Shock to the System (1990) about?

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When experienced advertising executive Graham Marshall loses out on a promotion to a young man, he goes down in a path of vengeance.

Question 2

Who stars in A Shock to the System?

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A Shock to the System stars Michael Caine (Graham Marshall), Elizabeth McGovern (Stella Anderson), Peter Riegert (Robert Benham), Swoosie Kurtz (Leslie Marshall), Will Patton (Lieutenant Laker). The film was directed by Jan Egleson.

Question 3

How long is A Shock to the System?

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A Shock to the System has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1990. It is rated R.

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Is A Shock to the System worth watching?

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A Shock to the System holds an IMDb rating of 6.6/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 70. Fans of Crime, Comedy, Thriller are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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Where can I watch A Shock to the System?

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