

When First We Practice to Deceive
2024, English. Directed by Glenn Roberson.
A phone call from prison, a bag of cash and drugs, and a missing person ignite a series of events that upend the lives of a jazz club singer and a good Samaritan. Set in a small nightclub and filled with classic jazz standards and a lively soundtrack, this neo-noir film tells a fast-paced story filled with twists and turns.
- Runtime
- 1h 22m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NC-17
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- Released
- 7 June 2024
- Country
- United States of America
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How long is When First We Practice to Deceive?
When First We Practice to Deceive runs 82 minutes (1h 22m).
Does When First We Practice to Deceive have a post-credits scene?
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When First We Practice to Deceive parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
When First We Practice to Deceive is rated NC-17 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is When First We Practice to Deceive on?
When First We Practice to Deceive isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 14 November 2026.)
What movies are like When First We Practice to Deceive?
If you liked When First We Practice to Deceive, try Rise of the Footsoldier, The Substitute, Dark Angel.
Who directed When First We Practice to Deceive?
When First We Practice to Deceive (2024) was directed by Glenn Roberson and stars Laniece Ware.