What “White Men Can’t Jump” is about and how to watch the remake of “White Men Can’t Jump”


After more than 30 years of having been released, the movie “White Men Can’t Jump” returned to the screen. Yes, the 1992 film, which premiered at the cinemas, returned with new faces to bring us a lot of fun and an interesting plot. In the following paragraphs, everything you need to know about this remake.

If you didn’t see the original version, we’ll tell you that the film, written and directed by Ron Shelton, starred American actors Wesley Snipes and Woody Harrelson three decades ago.

WHAT IS “THE WHITES CAN’T JUMP” ABOUT?

“Whites don’t know how to jump” (“White Men Can’t Jump”, in English) is the new version of the 1992 film. revolves around Kamall Allen, a young basketball promise, and Jeremy, a talented boy in this sport who appears to be weak to win over rivals in the countryside.

Due to the great skill they have in basketball, they both compete against various teams to make money easily and thus be able to help their loved ones, although this over time can bring them some problems, since they are accused of scammers.

After 31 years the remake of "White people don't know how to jump" (Photo: 20th Century Studios)

After 31 years, the remake of “Whites can’t jump” returns (Photo: 20th Century Studios)

DATE OF PREMIERE AND HOW TO SEE “THE WHITES DO NOT KNOW HOW TO JUMP”

Here are the precise data to watch the “White Men Can’t Jump” remake, so pay close attention.

  • When to see “Whites can’t jump”? From May 19, 2023
  • How to see “Whites can’t jump”? By Hulu and Star+

WATCH HERE THE TRAILER OF “WHITES CANNOT KNOW HOW TO JUMP”

WHO ARE THE PROTAGONISTS?

SINQUA WALLS AS KAMAL ALLEN

Sinqua Walls plays Kamal Allen, a promising young basketball player whose career begins to be cut short by his own mistakes.

This role is in charge of the American actor Walls known for “Friday Night Lights”, “The Secret Life of the American Teenager” and “American Soul”.

Sinqua Walls as Kamal Allen in "White people don't know how to jump" (Photo: 20th Century Studios)

Sinqua Walls as Kamal Allen in “Whites Can’t Jump” (Photo: 20th Century Studios)

JACK HARLOW AS JEREMY

Jack Harlow gives life to Jeremy, an excellent basketball player, who due to his injuries cannot be in the major leagues, but can be in street competitions, where he uses his talent to shine and earn a lot of money.

With this character, Harlow debuts in the world of acting. He is an American rapper, whose career began in 2015 with the release of several EPs and mixtapes before signing to various record labels.

Jack Harlow as Jeremy in "White people don't know how to jump" (Photo: 20th Century Studios)

Jack Harlow as Jeremy in “White People Can’t Jump” (Photo: 20th Century Studios)

ACTORS AND CHARACTERS IN “THE WHITES DO NOT KNOW HOW TO JUMP”

The cast is completed by the following actors with their respective characters:

  • Lance Reddick as Benji Allen, Kamal’s father and former coach who has multiple sclerosis
  • Teyana Taylor as Imani, Kamal’s girlfriend
  • Laura Harrier as Tatiana, Jeremy’s girlfriend
  • Vince Staples as Speedy
  • Myles Bullock as Renzo
  • Zak Steiner as Philip Williamson
  • Andres Schulz as T.J.
The main characters come to have a great link in the plot of "White people don't know how to jump" (Photo: 20th Century Studios)

The main characters come to have a great bond in the plot of “Whites can not jump” (Photo: 20th Century Studios)

CARD OF “WHITES DO NOT KNOW HOW TO JUMP”

  • Name of the movie: White Men Can’t Jump
  • Based on: White Men Can’t Jump from 1992
  • Gender: sports comedy
  • Directed by: calmatic
  • Script: Kenya Barris and Doug Hall
  • History of: Ron Shelton, Kenya Barris and Doug Hall

LOOK HERE THE TRAILER OF “WHITES CANNOT KNOW HOW TO JUMP” FROM 1992