description Shaft Overview
Shaft, released in 1971, follows private detective John Shaft as he investigates the kidnapping of a Harlem woman by Italian mobsters. Adapted from Ernest Tidyman’s novel, the film features Richard Roundtree as Shaft alongside a supporting cast including Moses Gunn and Charles Cioffi. It marks the beginning of the Shaft film series.
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info Shaft Specifications
| Country | United States |
| Year | 1971 |
help Shaft FAQ
Who hires John Shaft in the 1971 film?
Harlem crime boss Bumpy Jonas hires private detective John Shaft after Bumpy's daughter is kidnapped. Shaft discovers that Italian mobsters are using the kidnapping to pressure Bumpy's organization.
Is Shaft based on a book?
Yes, the film adapts Ernest Tidyman's 1970 novel Shaft. Tidyman also co-wrote the screenplay with John D. F. Black.
Who wrote the famous Theme from Shaft?
Isaac Hayes wrote and performed Theme from Shaft as part of the film's soundtrack. The song won the Academy Award for Best Original Song.
Which actor first played John Shaft on screen?
Richard Roundtree originated the screen role under director Gordon Parks in 1971. He returned for Shaft's Big Score!, Shaft in Africa, a television series, and later films featuring Samuel L. Jackson.
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