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James White

2015·Movie·R·87 min·6.6(128)

Sometimes we choose our path. Sometimes our path chooses us.

James White is a troubled twentysomething trying to stay afloat in a frenzied New York City. As he retreats further into a hedonistic lifestyle, his mother's battle with a serious illness faces a series of setbacks that force him to assume more responsibility. With the pressure on him mounting, James must find new reserves of strength or risk imploding completely.

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About James White

James White is a 2015 English-language drama film directed by Josh Mond. The cast is led by Christopher Abbott, Cynthia Nixon, Kid Cudi. It has a runtime of 1h 27m. Viewers rate it 6.6/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on fuboTV, Fawesome, Fandango at Home Free.

James White was produced by Relic Pictures and BorderLine Films and made in United States of America. It was released on November 13, 2015, and carries a R certification.

Director
Josh Mond
Writers
Josh Mond
Release date
November 13, 2015
OTT release
March 22, 2016
Original language
English
Age rating
R
Status
Released
Country
United States of America
Production
Relic Pictures, BorderLine Films
#new york city#cancer#mother son relationship#self destructiveness

James White cast & crew

James White was directed by Josh Mond and written by Josh Mond.

The cast features Christopher Abbott as James White, Cynthia Nixon as Gail White, Kid Cudi as Nick, Makenzie Leigh as Jayne, Ron Livingston as Ben, and David Call as Elliot.

Behind the camera, cinematography is by Mátyás Erdély and it was produced by Sean Langton and Max Born.

Is James White worth watching?

James White holds an audience score of 6.6/10 from 128 ratings, a solidly received drama films.

At 1h 27m, it's an easy, time-light watch.

If you enjoy drama, James White is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch James White

In United States, you can stream James White on fuboTV, Fawesome, Fandango at Home Free, and Tubi TV. Click any service above to open it directly.

It first became available to stream digitally on March 22, 2016.

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Cast of James White

Christopher Abbott

Christopher Abbott

James White

Cynthia Nixon

Cynthia Nixon

Gail White

Kid Cudi

Kid Cudi

Nick

Makenzie Leigh

Makenzie Leigh

Jayne

Ron Livingston

Ron Livingston

Ben

David Call

David Call

Elliot

Scott Cohen

Scott Cohen

Barry White

Jeanette Dilone

Jeanette Dilone

Irene

David Harris

David Harris

Joe

Sue Jean Kim

Sue Jean Kim

Karen

Rachel Brosnahan

Rachel Brosnahan

Ellen

Bhavesh Patel

Bhavesh Patel

Dr. Lobo

James White — FAQs

Where can I watch James White in United States?

James White is streaming on fuboTV, Fawesome, Fandango at Home Free, Tubi TV in United States.

Is James White on fuboTV?

Yes — James White is currently available on fuboTV in United States.

What language is James White in?

James White is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is James White?

James White runs 1 hours 27 minutes (87 minutes).

What is James White rated?

James White is rated R. It holds a 6.6/10 audience score from 128 ratings.

When did James White release on OTT?

James White became available digitally on March 22, 2016.

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