The Cookout
2004, English. Directed by Lance Rivera.
This summer, get your grill on!
When Todd Anderson signs a $30 million deal with his hometown team, the New Jersey Nets, he knows that his life is set for a big change. To keep things real, he decides to throw a barbeque at his place -- just like the ones his family used to have. But when you have new and old friends, family, agents, and product reps in the same house, things are bound to get crazy.
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Where to watch The Cookout
The Cookout is streaming on Movie Sphere+ in India.
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Cast & crew
- Lance RiveraDirector
- Ja RuleBling Bling
- Tim MeadowsLeroy
- Jenifer LewisLady Em
- Quran PenderTodd Andersen (as Storm P)
- Jonathan SilvermanWes
- Meagan GoodBrittany
- Farrah FawcettMrs. Crowley
- Ruperto VanderpoolWheezer
- Frankie FaisonJojo Andersen
- Vincent PastorePoo Salesman
- Kevin PhillipsJamal Washington
- Reg E. CatheyFrank Washington
Details
- Released
- 3 September 2004
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Queen Latifah, Shakim Compere, Darryl French
- Budget
- $16M
- Box office
- $12M
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The Cookout: quick answers
What comes after The Cookout?
Next in the series: The Cookout 2 (2011).
Is The Cookout worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 4.7/10 from 47 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Cookout?
The Cookout runs 97 minutes (1h 37m).
Does The Cookout have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Cookout. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Cookout parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Cookout is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Cookout on?
The Cookout is streaming on Movie Sphere+ in India. (Checked 8 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Cookout?
If you liked The Cookout, try Juwanna Mann, Thunderstruck, Fakin' Da Funk.
Who directed The Cookout?
The Cookout (2004) was directed by Lance Rivera and stars Ja Rule, Tim Meadows, Jenifer Lewis.