Above the Rim
1994, English. Directed by Jeff Pollack.
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Story of a promising high school basketball star and his relationships with two brothers, one a drug dealer and the other a former basketball star fallen on hard times and now employed as a security guard.
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Above the Rim isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 23 March 1994
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Barry Michael Cooper, Jeff Pollack, Benny Medina
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Above the Rim: quick answers
Is Above the Rim worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.1/10 from 251 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Above the Rim?
Above the Rim runs 96 minutes (1h 36m).
Does Above the Rim have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Above the Rim. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Above the Rim parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Above the Rim is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Above the Rim on?
Above the Rim isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Above the Rim?
If you liked Above the Rim, try Blood Ties, The Public Eye, Run.
Who directed Above the Rim?
Above the Rim (1994) was directed by Jeff Pollack and stars Duane Martin, Tupac Shakur, Bernie Mac.