Rock and a Hard Place (2017): cast, story & where to watch
2017 · Film · ★ 6.2

Released in 2017, Rock and a Hard Place is a documentary film directed by Jon Alpert, running about 81 minutes. “Redemption is not given. It's earned.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A look at the Miami-Dade County Corrections and Rehabilitation Boot Camp Program, which allows young inmates undergo a strict six-week course in order to learn from their past mistakes and make a better future for themselves.
Who’s in it. Rock and a Hard Place stars Dwayne Johnson as Himself.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Rock and a Hard Place has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on HBO Max Amazon Channel, History Vault and HBO Max and rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Rock and a Hard Place page.
If you liked it. Fans of Rock and a Hard Place tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Rock and a Hard Place (2017)?
- In US, Rock and a Hard Place is available to stream on HBO Max Amazon Channel, History Vault and HBO Max, and rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Rock and a Hard Place worth watching?
- Rock and a Hard Place holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Rock and a Hard Place?
- Rock and a Hard Place stars Dwayne Johnson.
- When was Rock and a Hard Place released?
- Rock and a Hard Place was released in 2017, with a runtime of about 81 minutes.
