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The Great White Hype

The Great White Hype

The Great White Hype
1996 1h 31m5.2

The Great White Hype

“If you can't find the perfect contender....make one.”

Comedy
5.2

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When the champ's promoter, Rev. Sultan, decides something new is needed to boost the marketability of the boxing matches, he searches and finds the only man to ever beat the champ. The problem is that he isn't a boxer anymore and he's white. However, once Rev. Sultan convinces him to fight, he goes into heavy training while the confident champ takes it easy and falls out of shape.

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DirectorReginald Hudlin
ScreenplayRon Shelton, Tony Hendra
StatusReleased
ReleasedMay 3, 1996
CountryUnited States of America
Languageen
Runtime1h 31m
BudgetN/A
RevenueN/A
Rating⭐ 5.2 / 10
IMDb⭐ 5.5 / 10
Votes103
GenresComedy
StudioAtman Entertainment, Fred Berner Films

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Cast

Samuel L. Jackson

Samuel L. Jackson

Rev. Fred Sultan

Jeff Goldblum

Jeff Goldblum

Mitchell Kane

Peter Berg

Peter Berg

Terry Conklin

Corbin Bernsen

Corbin Bernsen

Peter Prince

Jon Lovitz

Jon Lovitz

Sol

Cheech Marin

Cheech Marin

Julio Escobar

John Rhys-Davies

John Rhys-Davies

Johnny Windsor

Salli Richardson-Whitfield

Salli Richardson-Whitfield

Bambi

Jamie Foxx

Jamie Foxx

Hassan El Ruk'n

Damon Wayans

Damon Wayans

James "The Grim Reaper" Roper

Rocky Carroll

Rocky Carroll

Artemus St. John Saint

Albert Hall

Albert Hall

Roper's Manager

Michael Jace

Michael Jace

Marvin Shabazz

Brian Setzer

Brian Setzer

Self

Method Man

Method Man

Self

Art Evans

Art Evans

Minister

Duane Davis

Duane Davis

Palace Guard #1

Lamont Johnson

Lamont Johnson

Palace Guard #2

🎭

Lydell M. Cheshier

Palace Guard #3

🎭

Randy Harris

Palace Guard #4

Susan Gibney

Susan Gibney

Vivian

Sam Whipple

Sam Whipple

Artie

Stu Nahan

Stu Nahan

Fight Announcer #1

🎭

Ferdie Pacheco

Fight Announcer #2

Al Rodrigo

Al Rodrigo

Press Member #1

Phil Buckman

Phil Buckman

Lee the Drummer

Renee Griffin

Renee Griffin

Angel

🎭

Bert Sugar

Self

🎭

Walter Addison

Michael Katz

🎭

Jonathan P. Hicks

Sports Writer

🎭

Craig Modderno

Sports Writer

Michael Fairman

Michael Fairman

Chairman Jerry Schwartz

Brad Blaisdell

Brad Blaisdell

Press Corps #1

🎭

James Hardie

Press Corps #2

Nedra Volz

Nedra Volz

Old Lady

Rick Scarry

Rick Scarry

White Middle American

🎭

Elizabeth LaRou

Pretty Young Woman #1

Alyson Croft

Alyson Croft

Pretty Young Woman #2

🎭

Christy House

Pretty Young Woman #3

🎭

Irv Dotten

Roper's Crony #1

Deezer D

Deezer D

Roper's Crony #2

Reno Wilson

Reno Wilson

Roper's Crony #3

🎭

G. John Slagle

Kane's Cameraman

🎭

Leon Frederick

Roper Cornerman #1

🎭

James H. Hays

Roper Cornerman #2

🎭

Gregory Holtz Sr.

Elmer

Chi McBride

Chi McBride

Rowdy Spectator (uncredited)

Anthony Johnson

Anthony Johnson

Sultan’s Valet

🎭

Richard Steele

Referee

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Frequently Asked Questions about The Great White Hype

Where can I watch The Great White Hype?

The Great White Hype (1996) streaming availability varies by region. Check Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, and other major platforms. It may also be available for digital rental or purchase on Amazon, Apple TV, or Vudu.

What is The Great White Hype about?

When the champ's promoter, Rev. Sultan, decides something new is needed to boost the marketability of the boxing matches, he searches and finds the only man to ever beat the champ. The problem is that he isn't a boxer anymore and he's white. However, once Rev. Sultan convinces...

Who directed The Great White Hype?

The Great White Hype (1996) was directed by Reginald Hudlin. The film is a Comedy production with a runtime of 1h 31m, rated 5.2/10.

How long is The Great White Hype?

The Great White Hype runs 1h 31m (91 minutes total). Audience rating: 5.2/10 from 103 votes. Genre: Comedy.

Is The Great White Hype worth watching?

The Great White Hype is rated 5.2/10 by 103 viewers — below average. A good pick for Comedy fans.