White Boy(2017)
White Boy Synopsis
“White Boy Rick”, as he was called, was a novelty: A white teenager seemingly running a major inner-city drug operation. In May of 1987, 17-year-old Richard Wershe Jr. was charged with a non-violent, juvenile drug offense. By the time of his arrest he was already a Detroit legend, frequently making front-page headlines and leading the local television news. In this film, gangsters, hit men, journalists and federal agents struggle to explain why he remains in prison at nearly 50 years old. The possible explanation is more stunning than the crimes Wershe was alleged to have committed.
White Boy (2017) is a documentary film directed by Shawn Rech, released on March 31, 2017 with a runtime of 1h 22m. It stars Richard Wershe Jr., Scott M. Burnstein, Johnny Curry and Chris Hansen. Viewers rate it 7.1 out of 10 across 49 ratings.
- Director:
- Shawn Rech
- Writers:
- Brandon Kimber, Seth Ferranti
- Cinematographer:
- Robert C. Banks
- Composer:
- Samuel Ramirez
- Status:
- Released
White Boy (2017) Trailer
Watch the official trailer for White Boy before you stream it.
White Boy Cast & Crew
Main cast
- Richard Wershe Jr.
Richard Wershe Jr.
as Self
Scott M. Burnstein
as Self
- Johnny Curry
Johnny Curry
as Self
Chris Hansen
as Self
- Kevin Dietz
Kevin Dietz
as Self
- Herm Groman
Herm Groman
as Self
- Seth Ferranti
Seth Ferranti
as Self
Key crew
Directed by Shawn Rech, written by Brandon Kimber and Seth Ferranti.
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White Boy Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 7.1/10 from 49 ratings.
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White Boy – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch White Boy online?
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White Boy (2017) is currently available to rent or buy from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in White Boy?
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The main cast of White Boy (2017) includes Richard Wershe Jr., Scott M. Burnstein, Johnny Curry, Chris Hansen and Kevin Dietz. The film was directed by Shawn Rech. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was White Boy released?
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White Boy was released on March 31, 2017 and runs for 1h 22m.
Is White Boy worth watching?
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White Boy (2017) holds an average rating of 7.1 out of 10 from 49 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for White Boy?
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Yes. The official White Boy trailer is embedded in the trailer section of this page and plays instantly, no download or sign-up required.