Straight Out of Brooklyn
“More powerful than Boyz N the Hood. Truer than New Jack City.”
Synopsis
Larry, a troubled teen living in the rough Red Hook section of Brooklyn, decides he wants out and turns to crime to fund his escape. But his plan involves scamming the neighborhood's biggest drug kingpin, a heist that's dangerous at best.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
May 22, 1991
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$2.7M
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Matty Rich
- Screenplay & Story
- Matty Rich
- Original Score
- Harold Wheeler
- Original Title
- Straight Out of Brooklyn
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Worldwide Gross
- $2.7M
- Production Studios
- The Samuel Goldwyn Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Matty Rich
Matty Rich
Harold Wheeler
Matty Rich, Ira Deutchman, Lindsay Law
Department Leadership Roster
Matty Rich
Director
Harold Wheeler
Original Music Composer
Matty Rich
Writer
Matty Rich
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
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Straight Out of Brooklyn.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Straight Out of Brooklyn
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Straight Out of Brooklyn about?
Larry, a troubled teen living in the rough Red Hook section of Brooklyn, decides he wants out and turns to crime to fund his escape. But his plan involves scamming the neighborhood's biggest drug kingpin, a heist that's dangerous at best.
Who directed Straight Out of Brooklyn?
Straight Out of Brooklyn was directed by Matty Rich.
Who stars in Straight Out of Brooklyn?
The principal cast of Straight Out of Brooklyn includes George T. Odom, Ann D. Sanders, Lawrence Gilliard Jr., Barbara Sanon, Reana E. Drummond.
When was Straight Out of Brooklyn released and how long is it?
Straight Out of Brooklyn was released in 1991 with a total runtime of 1h 31m.
How much did Straight Out of Brooklyn make at the box office?
Straight Out of Brooklyn grossed $2.7M in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for Straight Out of Brooklyn?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Straight Out of Brooklyn was composed by Harold Wheeler.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Straight Out of Brooklyn?
Straight Out of Brooklyn holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).