White Men Can't Jump is a sports comedy film that centers around the lives of two seemingly opposite street hoopers, Jeremy and Kamal. Jeremy, played by Jack Harlow, is a former college basketball star who was once destined for greatness, but a career-ending injury derailed his dreams of making it to the big leagues. On the other hand, Kamal, played by Sinqua Walls, is a has-been prodigy who was once considered the next big thing in basketball but failed to live up to the hype and has since resorted to hustling on the streets.
Despite their differences, Jeremy and Kamal find themselves teaming up to take one final shot at living out their dreams. Kamal sees an opportunity to make some easy money by taking advantage of Jeremy's injury-prone status, while Jeremy sees an opportunity to prove to the world that he still has what it takes to be a star on the court. As they start playing together, they soon realize that they have more in common than they initially thought, and their shared love for basketball helps them form an unbreakable bond.
As the duo starts to gain recognition on the street basketball scene, they begin to attract the attention of some unsavory characters who see them as a threat to their own hustle. With the stakes higher than ever, Jeremy and Kamal must navigate through the treacherous waters of the street basketball world while also dealing with their own personal demons. Along the way, they discover that the true meaning of success is not about living out their dreams on the court but about finding their purpose in life and learning to appreciate the journey rather than just the destination. With its unique blend of humor, drama, and sports action, White Men Can't Jump is a must-watch for any movie fan.
Main Cast of White Men Can't Jump
Sinqua Walls
Kamal
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Jack Harlow
Jeremy
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Lance Reddick
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Teyana Taylor
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Laura Harrier
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Myles Bullock
Renzo
Vince Staples
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J. Alphonse Nicholson
Jermaine
Secondary Cast of White Men Can't Jump
Dazeran Jones
Duke Skywalka
Jordon Alexander
Sketchy Guy
Tyshawn Givens
Allen Crabbe Ears
Nickolas William Thomas
Andy
Makaio Thompson
Dodgers Hat
Noah Ballou
Tall Man in Cycling Gear
Deonte Henderson
Westbrook-esque Point Guard
Daniel 'DoKnows' Lopez
Guy #1
Levi R. Gilbert
Opposing Fan
Lukas H. Gilbert
Other Opposing Fan
Khalid Mutakabbir
Another Ref
Anthony Zasada
Guy in Jean Shorts
Anthony Hamilton Jr.
17-Year-Old Kamal
Chasnie Houston
Young Teen Girl
Nic Harris
Street Ball Opponent #1
DJ Hed
Venice Tournament DJ
Harry Perry
Venice Guitar Player on Skates
Cameron Early
Dorsey Basketball Player
Reef Graham
St. Thomas Basketball Player
Julius Denem
Basketball Player #1
Sammy Soto
Basketball Player #2
Josef Thompson
Basketball Announcer
Phillip-Charlie Daniell
Tournament Offical (uncredited)
Crew of White Men Can't Jump
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