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In this gritty drama, a desperate reporter's fabricated exposé on street prostitution unexpectedly revitalizes his career, but at a deadly cost. As he tries to cover his tracks, he finds himself entangled in a web of deceit and danger with the very pimp he based his story on - a ruthless figure played by Morgan Freeman.

In this gritty drama, a desperate reporter's fabricated exposé on street prostitution unexpectedly revitalizes his career, but at a deadly cost. As he tries to cover his tracks, he finds himself entangled in a web of deceit and danger with the very pimp he based his story on - a ruthless figure played by Morgan Freeman.

Does Street Smart have end credit scenes?

No!

Street Smart does not have end credit scenes. You can leave when the credits roll.

Meet the Full Cast and Actors of Street Smart

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Ratings and Reviews for Street Smart

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Metacritic

70

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Rotten Tomatoes
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IMDb

6.4 /10

IMDb Rating

TMDB

59

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Awards & Nominations for Street Smart

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The 60th Academy Awards 1988

Morgan Freeman
Nomination

Actor in a Supporting Role

Morgan Freeman

45th Golden Globe Awards 1988

Morgan Freeman
Nomination

Best Supporting Performance in a Motion Picture (Supporting Actor)

Morgan Freeman

3rd Independent Spirit Awards 1988

Morgan Freeman
Win

Best Supporting Male

Morgan Freeman
Kathy Baker
Nomination

Best Supporting Female

Kathy Baker

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Street Smart (1987) - Trailer

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