The Fab Five (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 2011, The Fab Five is a documentary film directed by Jason Hehir, running about 95 minutes. “How five college freshmen ignited a basketball revolution.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Depicts the story of Jalen Rose and his other Fab Five teammates, Chris Webber, Juwan Howard, Jimmy King and Ray Jackson. Called by some “the greatest class ever recruited,” the five freshmen not only electrified the game, but also brought new style with their baggy shorts, black socks and brash talk. “The Fab Five” relives the recruitment process that got all five of them to Ann Arbor, the cultural impact they made, the two runs to NCAA title game, the Webber “timeout” in the 1993 championship and the scandal that eventually tarnished their accomplishments.
Who’s in it. The Fab Five stars Jalen Rose as Himself, Ice Cube as Himself, Chuck D as Himself and Juwan Howard as Himself.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, The Fab Five sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. In AU you can stream it on Disney Plus. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Fab Five page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Fab Five (2011)?
- In AU, The Fab Five is available to stream on Disney Plus. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Fab Five worth watching?
- The Fab Five holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Fab Five?
- The Fab Five stars Jalen Rose, Ice Cube, Chuck D and Juwan Howard.
- When was The Fab Five released?
- The Fab Five was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.