

Jumping the Broom
“Sometimes the only way to get past family drama... is to jump right over it.”
Two very different families converge on Martha's Vineyard one weekend for a wedding.
Where to watch Jumping the Broom in United States
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Where is Jumping the Broom streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Netflix, YouTube TV, Netflix Standard with Ads | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| India | Netflix | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| United Kingdom | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Canada | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| Australia | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Germany | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Spain | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Amazon Video |
| Brazil | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Japan | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| South Korea | — | Google Play Movies |
About Jumping the Broom
Jumping the Broom is a 2011 English-language comedy film directed by Salim Akil. The cast is led by Paula Patton, Laz Alonso, Angela Bassett. It has a runtime of 1h 52m. Viewers rate it 5.9/10 across 200 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Netflix, YouTube TV, Netflix Standard with Ads.
Jumping the Broom was produced by Sony Pictures, TriStar Pictures, and Stage 6 Films and made in United States of America. It was released on May 6, 2011, and carries a PG-13 certification. Made on a budget of about $7 million, it went on to gross $38 million worldwide.
- Director
- Salim Akil
- Writers
- Elizabeth Hunter, Arlene Gibbs
- Release date
- May 6, 2011
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- PG-13
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Budget
- $7 million
- Box office
- $38 million
- Production
- Sony Pictures, TriStar Pictures, Stage 6 Films
Jumping the Broom cast & crew
Jumping the Broom was directed by Salim Akil and written by Elizabeth Hunter and Arlene Gibbs.
The cast features Paula Patton as Sabrina Watson, Laz Alonso as Jason Taylor, Angela Bassett as Mrs. Watson, Loretta Devine as Mrs. Taylor, Meagan Good as Blythe, and Tasha Smith as Shonda.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Edward Shearmur, cinematography is by Anastas N. Michos, and it was produced by Tracey Edmonds and T.D. Jakes.
Is Jumping the Broom worth watching?
Jumping the Broom holds an audience score of 5.9/10 from 220 ratings, a more divisive comedy films.
At 1h 52m, it's a standard feature-length watch.
If you enjoy comedy, Jumping the Broom is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Jumping the Broom
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Cast of Jumping the Broom

Paula Patton
Sabrina Watson

Laz Alonso
Jason Taylor

Angela Bassett
Mrs. Watson

Loretta Devine
Mrs. Taylor

Meagan Good
Blythe

Tasha Smith
Shonda

Julie Bowen
Amy

DeRay Davis
Malcolm

Valarie Pettiford
Aunt Geneva

Mike Epps
Willie Earl

Pooch Hall
Ricky

Romeo
Sebastian
Jumping the Broom — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Jumping the Broom in United States?
Jumping the Broom is streaming on Netflix, YouTube TV, Netflix Standard with Ads in United States.
▸Is Jumping the Broom on Netflix?
Yes — Jumping the Broom is currently available on Netflix in United States.
▸What language is Jumping the Broom in?
Jumping the Broom is originally in English, with audio tracks including French, English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Jumping the Broom?
Jumping the Broom runs 1 hours 52 minutes (112 minutes).
▸What is Jumping the Broom rated?
Jumping the Broom is rated PG-13. It holds a 5.9/10 audience score from 220 ratings.











