High Stakes(1989)
High Stakes Synopsis
A New York hooker tries to keep her daughter out of the clutches of the mobsters she works for.
High Stakes (1989) is a thriller film directed by Amos Kollek, released on October 6, 1989 with a runtime of 1h 42m. It stars Sally Kirkland, Robert LuPone, Richard Lynch and Sarah Michelle Gellar. Viewers rate it 3.4 out of 10 across 7 ratings.
- Director:
- Amos Kollek
- Writers:
- Amos Kollek
- Producers:
- Amos Kollek
- Cinematographer:
- Marc Hirschfeld
- Composer:
- Mira J. Spektor
- Production:
- Vidmark Entertainment
- Status:
- Released
High Stakes Cast & Crew
Main cast
Sally Kirkland
as Melanie Rose
Robert LuPone
as John Stratton
Richard Lynch
as Slim
Sarah Michelle Gellar
as Karen Rose
Kathy Bates
as Jill
- W.T. Martin
W.T. Martin
as Bob
- Eddie Earl Hatch
Eddie Earl Hatch
as Earl
Betty Miller
as Mother
Maia Danziger
as Veronica
Jesse Corti
as Super
- Samantha Louca
Samantha Louca
as Stratton Receptionist
- Larry Block
Larry Block
as Harvey
Key crew
Directed by Amos Kollek, written by Amos Kollek, produced by Amos Kollek.
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High Stakes Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 3.4/10 from 7 ratings.
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High Stakes – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch High Stakes online?
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Who stars in High Stakes?
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The main cast of High Stakes (1989) includes Sally Kirkland, Robert LuPone, Richard Lynch, Sarah Michelle Gellar and Kathy Bates. The film was directed by Amos Kollek. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was High Stakes released?
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High Stakes was released on October 6, 1989 and runs for 1h 42m.
Is High Stakes worth watching?
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High Stakes (1989) holds an average rating of 3.4 out of 10 from 7 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy thriller films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.