Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels
Runtime
105 min
Original language
English
Country of origin
United States
Type
Movie
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Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels (1998)

American Movie1998Rating 8.1
📌 Available on Prime Video🛡️ Adults 18+
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A desperate gambler and his reluctant companions find themselves drowning in debt after a single catastrophic poker night. Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels chronicles their frantic scramble through London's criminal underworld, where desperation collides with dark humor. A hasty heist against small-time crooks spirals into a chaotic chain reaction, revealing how quickly luck can turn when ordinary men stumble into extraordinary trouble. What unfolds is a masterclass in misadventure, where friendship is tested and survival becomes a matter of wit and timing.

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Chaotic comedy

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EnergyTense with bursts of wonder
ToneTense and mysterious
ExperienceRule-breaking fun and mischief
Best suited forviewers who enjoy accessible storytelling
What to expect from this title?Expect a playful comedy that moves on attitude, quick gags, and easy momentum more than emotional depth.
Dialogue drives the rhythmChemistry matters more than escalationEasy to settle into
🛡️ Age guidance & viewing advice
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This title is not ideal for family viewing.
Runtime
105 min
Original language
English
Country of origin
United States
Type
Movie
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⭐ 76/100📊 4 sources🕒 2026-05-18
IMDb8.1/10649.8K votes81
Rotten Tomatoes75%75
Metacritic67/10067
TMDB8.1/107.2K votes80.9
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DirectorGuy Ritchie
WritingGuy Ritchie
CastVinnie JonesJason FlemyngDexter FletcherNick MoranJason Statham
ProductionMatthew Vaughn
MusicDavid A. HughesJohn MurphySimon Hayes
CinematographyTim Maurice-Jones

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🏆Historic outlier21x
💱Analysis currency: USD
🏆 Historic outlier

Revenue became exceptional against a very small cost base

The return multiple is extremely high because the reported production budget is unusually small compared with the recorded box office revenue.
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Historic commercial outlier
The release delivered $28.4M against a reported budget of $1.4M to become an exceptional return case against its production cost.
💹 Return multiple: 21x📈 ROI: +2,000%🧾 Historic outlier
💰Budget
$1.4M1.4 million USD
Reported production cost in USD.
🌍Worldwide revenue
$28.4M28.4 million USD
Total reported box office return in USD.
🏆Commercial gap
+$27M+27 million USD
Gap between revenue and budget.
🏆Return multiple
21x21x
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Budget
$1.4M
Revenue
$28.4M
Commercial gap
+$27M
Budget: $1.4M • Revenue: $28.4M • Commercial gap: +$27M ROI +2,000%
This commercial analysis treats the title as an exceptional low-budget/high-return case, so the return multiple should be read as an outlier rather than a normal blockbuster comparison. — Return multiple is far above normal blockbuster ranges.
Note: this figure sits outside normal commercial ranges, so it is treated as an outlier rather than a standard comparison.
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Director: Guy Ritchie

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1Where can I watch Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels?
The film is available exclusively on Prime Video. You can subscribe to the service and watch it in high quality.
2Is the film suitable for families and children?
No, it's a crime and dark comedy film containing violence and harsh language, intended for adults only.
3What is the film's duration and release year?
The film runs for 105 minutes and was released in 1998 by renowned British director Guy Ritchie.
4Who is the director and what are the main cast members?
The film is directed by Guy Ritchie and stars Jason Statham, Vinnie Jones, Dexter Fletcher, Nick Moran, and Jason Flemyng.
5What is the film's plot summary?
Set in 1998 London, the story follows a card shark who loses everything in a high-stakes bet, tracking his journey and that of his group of friends as they attempt to get out of their predicament.
6What is the film's genre and what makes it unique?
It's a crime comedy that blends dark humor with action, and is considered a classic work that brought worldwide fame to director Guy Ritchie.

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