White Boy Rick(2018)
In 1980s Detroit, Ricky Wersche Jr. was a street hustler, FBI informant and drug kingpin—all before he turned 16.
Synopsis
The story of Richard Wershe Jr., a teenager who became an undercover informant for the police during the 1980s, and was ultimately arrested for drug trafficking and sentenced to life in prison.
Directed by Yann Demange
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Cast
Matthew McConaughey
Richard Wershe Sr.
Richie Merritt
Richard 'Ricky' Wershe Jr.
Jennifer Jason Leigh
Alex Snyder
Bel Powley
Dawn Wershe
RJ Cyler
Rudell Boo Curry
Rory Cochrane
Agent Byrd
Eddie Marsan
Art Derrick
Bruce Dern
Grandpa Roman Wershe
Piper Laurie
Grandma Verna Wershe
Brian Tyree Henry
Detective Jackson
Taylour Paige
Cathy Volsan
Jonathan Majors
Johnny 'Lil Man' Curry
Kyanna Simone Simpson
Brenda Moore
Lawrence Adimora
Tyler
Brad Carter
Bob the Gun Show Dealer
Brian Bowman
Hanserd crew
Gaynelle W. Sloman
News Reporter
Derrick Gilliam
Mayor Young's Bodyguard
White Boy Rick — frequently asked questions
Where can I watch White Boy Rick?+
White Boy Rick is available to stream on Starz Apple TV channel, Tubi TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, Spectrum On Demand and Plex. Availability varies by country and changes over time.
When did White Boy Rick come out?+
White Boy Rick was released in 2018.
How long is White Boy Rick?+
White Boy Rick runs for 111 minutes (1 hour and 51 minutes).
Who directed White Boy Rick?+
White Boy Rick was directed by Yann Demange.
Who stars in White Boy Rick?+
White Boy Rick stars Matthew McConaughey, Richie Merritt, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Bel Powley and RJ Cyler.
Is White Boy Rick worth watching?+
White Boy Rick holds a 6.4/10 rating from 1,242 TMDB users, and is best suited to fans of crime and drama.
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