Street Smart (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1987, Street Smart is a thriller, drama and crime film directed by Jerry Schatzberg, running about 97 minutes. “Never let the truth ruin a good story.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A New York journalist lies when his fake story about a pimp describes a real pimp up for murder.
Who’s in it. Street Smart stars Christopher Reeve as Jonathan Fisher, Kathy Baker as Punchy, Mimi Rogers as Alison Parker and Andre Gregory as Ted Avery, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, Street Smart has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo and MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Street Smart page.
If you liked it. Fans of Street Smart tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Street Smart (1987)?
- In US, Street Smart is available to stream on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel and Philo. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Street Smart worth watching?
- Street Smart holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Street Smart?
- Street Smart stars Christopher Reeve, Kathy Baker, Mimi Rogers, Andre Gregory and Jay Patterson.
- When was Street Smart released?
- Street Smart was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.