Fortune Dane
Fortune Dane

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Fortune Dane

1986
TV Show
Ended
1 Season
English

Fortune Dane is an 1986 television series starring Carl Weathers as the title character. The series aired on ABC.

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IMDb5.3/10
Director: John T. KemenyGenres: Science Fiction, Action, Crime

Plot Summary

In a dystopian future Los Angeles, a tough private detective named Fortune Dane takes on a dangerous case. He gets entangled in a conspiracy involving a powerful corporation and a dangerous new drug that has the city in its grip. Dane must navigate the neon-drenched streets and confront both corrupt officials and deadly criminals to uncover the truth.

Critical Reception

Fortune Dane received a mixed to negative reception upon its release. Critics often pointed to its derivative plot and B-movie aesthetic, though some acknowledged its attempt at a gritty, cyberpunk atmosphere. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with many finding it to be a forgettable entry in the science fiction genre of the 1980s.

What Reviewers Say

  • Panned for its unoriginal story and cheap production values.

  • Seen as a forgettable attempt at a futuristic detective thriller.

  • Some found the atmosphere to be mildly engaging, but overall it lacked substance.

Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for Fortune Dane is not readily available.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in and around Los Angeles, with many scenes filmed in industrial areas to evoke a dystopian feel.

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