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Above the Rim

7.119941h 36mRMovieCrimeDramaThriller

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.

DirectorJeff Pollack
WritersJeff Pollack·Benny Medina
ProducersJeff Pollack·Benny Medina

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Cast · Directed by Jeff Pollack

DMDuane Martin
Duane Martin
Kyle Lee Watson
TSTupac Shakur
Tupac Shakur
Birdie
BMBernie Mac
Bernie Mac
Flip
MWMarlon Wayans
Marlon Wayans
Bugaloo
LLeon
Leon
Shep
WHWood Harris
Wood Harris
Motaw
MRMichael Rispoli
Michael Rispoli
Richie
DBDavid Bailey
David Bailey
Rollins
TPTonya Pinkins
Tonya Pinkins
Mailika
BMByron Minns
Byron Minns
Monroe
SHShawn Michael Howard
Shawn Michael Howard
Bobby
HSHenry Simmons
Henry Simmons
Starnes

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Above the Rim — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Above the Rim?

Above the Rim is streaming on Philo, Starz and Starz Roku Premium Channel in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Above the Rim on Netflix?

No, Above the Rim is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on Philo and Starz.

Is Above the Rim on Amazon Prime Video?

Above the Rim isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Above the Rim for free?

Above the Rim is available on Philo and Starz in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.