Shackled (2026)
In a grim tomorrow, the old parole system is dead, replaced by R.A.P.P.—the Recidivism Accountability Partnership Program. Now, a white-collar ex-con finds himself shackled to a violent, dying sociopath with nothing left to lose. Their freedom comes with a brutal catch: explosive devices lodged in their chests, ready to detonate at the first sign of a misstep. One bad move from either man triggers instant, fatal justice for both. To survive, the reluctant accountant must outthink a killer—and rewrite the rules of a game where the only outcome is mutual destruction.
More About This Film
Shackled is a dystopian science-fiction crime thriller set in a future where the traditional parole system has been replaced by a brutal program known as R.A.P.P. A white-collar ex-convict is paired with a dangerous gangster, and both men are forced to cooperate under a lethal surveillance system.
Directed by Luke Spears, the film turns its high-concept premise into a tense two-hander about survival and mistrust. Matt Bayer and Graham Powell's screenplay combines crime-thriller mechanics with speculative technology, while the implanted explosive device creates a constant physical and psychological threat.
- Directed by Luke Spears.
- Written by Matt Bayer and Graham Powell.
- Alexander Aguirre and Jason Arcaro are among the principal cast.
- The film runs approximately 84 minutes.
- It received an internet release in August 2026.
Where to Watch
Shackled has received digital distribution, with availability varying across cable VOD and online rental services.
- Spectrum On Demand – rental/purchase where offered
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- Google TV – rental/purchase where offered