CB4
“Sex, rap and family values?”
Synopsis
A "rockumentary", covering the rise to fame of MC Gusto, Stab Master Arson, and Dead Mike: members of the rap group "CB4". We soon learn that these three are not what they seem and don't appear to know as much about rap music as they claim... but a lack of musical ability in an artist never hurts sales, does it? You've just got to play the part of a rap star...
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
CB4 Official Trailer #1 - Chris Rock Movie (1993) HD
Type: Trailer • Published 2012-01-10
Top Cast
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Chris Rock
Albert / MC Gusto
Allen Payne
Euripides / Dead Mike
Deezer D
Otis / Stab Master Arson
Chris Elliott
A. White
Phil Hartman
Virgil Robinson
Charlie Murphy
Gusto
Khandi Alexander
Sissy
Art Evans
Albert Sr.
Theresa Randle
Eve
Willard E. Pugh
Trustus
Ty Granderson Jones
40 Dog
Rachel True
Daliha
Victor Wilson
Lt. Davenport
Richard Gant
Baa Baa Ack
J.D. Daniels
Ben
Stoney Jackson
Wacky Dee
Isaac Hayes
Owner
LaWanda Page
Grandma
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 12, 1993
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$6M
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$18M
Total global ticket sales
Box Office Return
2.99x
+$12M net gain
Theatrical Status
Profitable
Box office tier
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Tamra Davis
- Screenplay & Story
- Chris Rock, Nelson George, Robert LoCash
- Original Score
- John Barnes
- Original Title
- CB4
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Production Budget
- $6M
- Worldwide Gross
- $18M
- Production Studios
- Universal Pictures, Imagine Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Tamra Davis
Chris Rock, Nelson George, Robert LoCash
John Barnes
Karl Walter Lindenlaub
Earl Watson
Brian Grazer, Nelson George, Sean Daniel
Department Leadership Roster
Tamra Davis
Director
Chris Rock
Screenplay
Nelson George
Screenplay
Robert LoCash
Screenplay
Karl Walter Lindenlaub
Director of Photography
Earl Watson
Editor
John Barnes
Original Music Composer
Nelson Coates
Production Design
Bernie White
Costume Design
Nelson George
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About CB4
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is CB4 about?
A "rockumentary", covering the rise to fame of MC Gusto, Stab Master Arson, and Dead Mike: members of the rap group "CB4". We soon learn that these three are not what they seem and don't appear to know as much about rap music as they claim... but a lack of musical ability in an artist never hurts sales, does it? You've just got to play the part of a rap star...
Who directed CB4?
CB4 was directed by Tamra Davis.
Who stars in CB4?
The principal cast of CB4 includes Chris Rock, Allen Payne, Deezer D, Chris Elliott, Phil Hartman.
When was CB4 released and how long is it?
CB4 was released in 1993 with a total runtime of 1h 28m.
What was the box office and production budget of CB4?
CB4 had a reported production budget of $6M and grossed $18M at the worldwide box office (2.99 return on budget, classified as a commercial hit).
Who composed the musical score for CB4?
The original motion picture soundtrack for CB4 was composed by John Barnes.
What is the age rating and content advisory for CB4?
CB4 holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).