Where to watch The Two Jakes (1990)
Yes — The Two Jakes is free on Kanopy, which you get through most public libraries with a library card.
Real estate developer Jake Berman hires private investigator and war veteran Jake Gittes for some run-of-the-mill matrimonial work. After Berman shoots his wife's lover, who happens to be his business partner, Gittes is drawn into a web of conspiracy and deceit involving the oil reserves beneath Los Angeles. While investigating, Gittes hears a voice from his past that causes him to revisit a traumatic case in Chinatown.
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The Two Jakes — common questions
- Can I watch The Two Jakes for free?
- Yes. The Two Jakes is streaming at no cost on Kanopy. These are licensed services — free because they run ads or are funded by public libraries, not because they are pirating anything.
- Is The Two Jakes on Netflix?
- No. The Two Jakes is not on Netflix here. The services that do carry it are listed above.
- How do I watch The Two Jakes without paying anything?
- Through a library. Kanopy is free to use but signs you in with a library or university card, so you will need one — most public library systems in the US and UK include it at no charge.
- How long is The Two Jakes?
- The Two Jakes runs 137 minutes, rated R.
