The Cookout movie poster

The Cookout

"This summer, get your grill on!"

September 3, 2004 1h 37m 4.6/10 (44 votes)

Originally released in 2004. The Cookout is a comedy film. directed by Lance Rivera.

Starring Ja Rule, Tim Meadows, and Jenifer Lewis

Synopsis

When Todd Anderson signs a $30 million deal with his hometown team, the New Jersey Nets, he knows that his life is set for a big change. To keep things real, he decides to throw a barbeque at his place -- just like the ones his family used to have. But when you have new and old friends, family, agents, and product reps in the same house, things are bound to get crazy.

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 3, 2004 21 years ago
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Runtime 1h 37m 97 minutes total
User Rating 4.6/10 Mixed (44 votes)
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Budget $16M Production budget
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Box Office $12M 0.8x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$16,000,000
Revenue
$12,009,070

Production Companies

  • Cookout Productions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Cookout about?

When Todd Anderson signs a $30 million deal with his hometown team, the New Jersey Nets, he knows that his life is set for a big change. To keep things real, he decides to throw a barbeque at his p...

Who directed The Cookout?

The Cookout was directed by Lance Rivera.

How long is The Cookout?

The Cookout has a runtime of 1 hours and 37 minutes (97 minutes total).

When was The Cookout released?

The Cookout was released on September 3, 2004 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Cookout?

The main cast of The Cookout includes Ja Rule, Tim Meadows, Jenifer Lewis, Quran Pender, Jonathan Silverman.