The Gauntlet
Phoenix cop Ben Shockley is well on his way to becoming a derelict when he is assigned to transport a witness from Las Vegas. The witness turns out to be a belligerent prostitute with mob ties—and incriminating information regarding a high-ranking official.
Release Year
1977
Runtime
109 min
Audience Score
6.5
Genres
Drama, Action, Crime, Thriller
Story Snapshot
Phoenix cop Ben Shockley is well on his way to becoming a derelict when he is assigned to transport a witness from Las Vegas. The witness turns out to be a belligerent prostitute with mob ties—and incriminating information regarding a high-ranking official.
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The Gauntlet is a dark pick with medium complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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