Changing the Game
2012, English. Directed by Rel Dowdell.
When the game changes, so does everything you thought you had seen.
An epic tale about a supremely intelligent young African-American male who rises from the ferocious and oppressive streets of North Philadelphia to being a shining star in the lucrative world of high finance at Wall Street's most prestigious firm. However, he soon finds that the white-collar world is filled with crime and death just like the drug-filled hood he left behind. His only chance of survival is to fully integrate a mysterious gift from a slain childhood friend fully into the fabric of his character.
- Runtime
- 1h 44m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Changing the Game is streaming on The Surf Network in India.
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Cast & crew
- Rel DowdellDirector
- Tony ToddCurtis
- Sticky FingazCraig Jenkins
- Irma P. HallGrandma Barnes
- Raw LeibaBalu
- Nicoye BanksGoldie
- Brandon RuckdashelMarty Levine
- Dennis LA WhiteAndre 'Dre' Newell
- Steve IzantDr. Alfred
- Jakobi AlvinYoung Darrell Barnes(as JaKobi Alvin)
- Suzzanne DouglasMrs. Davis
- Thomas StatenYoung Andre 'Dre' Newell
- Karen IsaacMs. Brown
Details
- Released
- 31 December 2012
- Written by
- Rel Dowdell, Aaron R. Astillero
- Budget
- $500
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How long is Changing the Game?
Changing the Game runs 104 minutes (1h 44m).
Does Changing the Game have a post-credits scene?
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Changing the Game parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Changing the Game is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Changing the Game on?
Changing the Game is streaming on The Surf Network in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Changing the Game?
If you liked Changing the Game, try Beast, SAS: Red Notice, Empire.
Who directed Changing the Game?
Changing the Game (2012) was directed by Rel Dowdell and stars Tony Todd, Sticky Fingaz, Irma P. Hall.