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Go for Broke (2002): cast, story & where to watch

2002 · Film · ★ 4.8

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Released in 2002, Go for Broke is a comedy film directed by Jean-Claude La Marre, running about 85 minutes.

What it’s about. Two men (Pras, Michael Goorjian) in drag purposely get arrested in order to recover their winning lottery-ticket from an inmate at a women's prison.

Who’s in it. Go for Broke stars Pras Michel as Jackson / Jackie, LisaRaye McCoy as Belinda / Star, Glenn Plummer as Ramses and Bobby Brown as Jive, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, Go for Broke has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Go for Broke page.

If you liked it. Fans of Go for Broke tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Go for Broke (2002)?
In US, Go for Broke is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Go for Broke worth watching?
Go for Broke holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Go for Broke?
Go for Broke stars Pras Michel, LisaRaye McCoy, Glenn Plummer, Bobby Brown and Erika Ringor.
When was Go for Broke released?
Go for Broke was released in 2002, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.