Jump (1999): cast, story & where to watch
1999 · Film · ★ 2

Released in 1999, Jump is a comedy and drama film directed by Justin McCarthy, running about 91 minutes. “Woke up on the wrong side of the ledge?” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Friends try to dissuade a suicidal man from jumping off a ledge, but they are not much better off than he is.
Who’s in it. Jump stars James Le Gros as Bicker, Mark Rosenthal as David, Jessica Hecht as Carol and Michael McGlone as Doug, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 2.0/10, Jump has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Jump page.
If you liked it. Fans of Jump tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Jump (1999)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Jump change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Jump worth watching?
- Jump holds an audience score of 2.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Jump?
- Jump stars James Le Gros, Mark Rosenthal, Jessica Hecht, Michael McGlone and Amanda Peet.
- When was Jump released?
- Jump was released in 1999, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.