Playas Ball (2003): cast, story & where to watch
2003 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 2003, Playas Ball is a drama and romance film directed by Jennifer Harper, running about 88 minutes.
What it’s about. Professional basketball player Cedric Tinsley (Allen Payne) is on the verge of signing a multimillion-dollar endorsement deal when a woman he's never met (Elise Neal) fingers him as the father of her child. Now, with his personal and professional life on the line, Cedric will have to expose the opportunistic "playas" in his circle. Female rapper MC Lyte co-stars, with cameos from basketball all-stars Scottie Pippen and Derek Anderson.
Who’s in it. Playas Ball stars Allen Payne as Cedric Tinsley, Elise Neal as Summer Twitty, Treach as Ricardo Perez and Chelsi Smith as Jill Hamlin, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Playas Ball has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Playas Ball page.
If you liked it. Fans of Playas Ball tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Playas Ball (2003)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Playas Ball change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Playas Ball worth watching?
- Playas Ball holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Playas Ball?
- Playas Ball stars Allen Payne, Elise Neal, Treach, Chelsi Smith and Jordana Spiro.
- When was Playas Ball released?
- Playas Ball was released in 2003, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.