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The Inspection

2022, English. Directed by Elegance Bratton.

Ellis French is a young, gay Black man, rejected by his mother and with few options for his future, decides to join the Marines, doing whatever it takes to succeed in a system that would cast him aside. But even as he battles deep-seated prejudice and the grueling routines of basic training, he finds unexpected camaraderie, strength, and support in this new community, giving him a hard-earned sense of belonging that will shape his identity and forever change his life.

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Runtime
1h 35m
Post-credits
None listed
Language
English
Rated
R

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Popcorn Flick

Fun if you don’t overthink it.

6.1/10 from 93 TMDB viewer ratings.

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Where to watch The Inspection

The Inspection isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online.

Availability in India as of 10 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.

Details

Released
18 November 2022
Country
United States of America
Written by
Elegance Bratton
Box office
$271K
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Is The Inspection worth watching?

Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.1/10 from 93 TMDB viewer ratings.

How long is The Inspection?

The Inspection runs 95 minutes (1h 35m).

Does The Inspection have a post-credits scene?

None is listed for The Inspection. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.

The Inspection parents guide: is it suitable for kids?

The Inspection is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.

Which OTT platform is The Inspection on?

The Inspection isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)

What movies are like The Inspection?

If you liked The Inspection, try Semper Fi, Dangerous Minds, Heartbreak Ridge.

Who directed The Inspection?

The Inspection (2022) was directed by Elegance Bratton and stars Jeremy Pope, Gabrielle Union, Bokeem Woodbine.

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