Flipping (1997): cast, story & where to watch

1997 · Film · ★ 3.8

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Released in 1997, Flipping is an action, drama and crime film directed by Gene Mitchell, running about 102 minutes. “money. betrayal. murder. L.A. is still the place to be.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. The story of Michael Moore, Shot, Hooker, Joey, and Dennis. Five gangsters who work for a man named Leo. They soon discover they could get more out of life if they could run the streets themselves. Tensions build and loyalty is tested as they plan a hit that could change all of their lives forever.

Who’s in it. Flipping stars David Amos as Michael Moore, Leo's Crew, David Proval as Billy White, Cop / Narrator / Michael's Lover, Gene Mitchell as Shot, Leo's Crew and Shaunt Benjamin as Hooker, Leo's Crew, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 3.8/10, Flipping has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Flipping page.

If you liked it. Fans of Flipping tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Flipping (1997)?
In GB, Flipping is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Flipping worth watching?
Flipping holds an audience score of 3.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Flipping?
Flipping stars David Amos, David Proval, Gene Mitchell, Shaunt Benjamin and Barry Primus.
When was Flipping released?
Flipping was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.