IMDb 5.2 2023 HD

White Men Can’t Jump

White Men Can’t Jump

2023
Comedy Drama
101 min R USA
6.342 / 10
5.2 IMDB

Seemingly opposite street hoopers, Jeremy, an injury prone former star, and Kamal, a has-been prodigy, team up to take one final shot at living out their dreams.

Personnel // Cast & Crew

Director Calmatic / Bryan Boardley / Colin Flaherty / Sean Vawter
Starring
Sinqua Walls / Jack Harlow / Lance Reddick / Teyana Taylor / Laura Harrier / Myles Bullock / Vince Staples / Zak Steiner

How Viewers Describe This Film

Common themes and sentiments

engaging energetic disappointing serviceable compelling uneven vibrant solid earnest modern predictable

Reviews

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Isabelle Moreau
Mar 19, 2026
2.0 / 5
2.0

The 2023 'White Men Can't Jump' ultimately feels like a pale imitation of its iconic predecessor. Sinqua Walls and Jack Harlow do their best, but their performances lack the necessary swagger and comedic timing to elevate the material.…

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David Sterling
Mar 19, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

For those seeking a dose of competitive spirit and compelling character dynamics, this 'White Men Can't Jump' delivers. Sinqua Walls and Jack Harlow form an interesting pairing, their contrasting energies driving the narrative forward. The film smartly navigates…

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Chloe Davies
Mar 19, 2026
2.5 / 5
2.5

Attempting to revive a beloved classic is a risky endeavour, and this 'White Men Can't Jump' finds itself in familiar, yet less impactful, territory. The performances from Sinqua Walls and Jack Harlow are earnest, but they lack the…

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Marcus Bellweather
Mar 19, 2026
4.0 / 5
4.0

This new 'White Men Can't Jump' is a surprisingly vibrant and energetic affair. Sinqua Walls delivers a compelling performance as the driven Jeremy, while Jack Harlow brings an unexpected charisma to Kamal. The film successfully balances its athletic…

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Eleanor Vance
Mar 19, 2026
3.0 / 5
3.0

The 2023 iteration of 'White Men Can't Jump' attempts to recapture the magic of its predecessor, offering a modern take on the streetball hustle. Sinqua Walls and Jack Harlow step into the iconic roles with a commendable, if…

FAQs

The title 'White Men Can't Jump' traditionally refers to a stereotype within basketball culture, suggesting a physical limitation. In the context of the film, it serves as a provocative starting point, likely subverted or explored through the characters' experiences and skills. It hints at challenging perceptions and proving doubters wrong, central to the narrative's exploration of ambition and overcoming preconceived notions on and off the court.