Tougher Than Leather (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 1988, Tougher Than Leather is a drama, crime and music film directed by Rick Rubin, running about 87 minutes.
What it’s about. Legendary hip-hop group Run-D.M.C. must find and punish the evil drug lord-record company executive who murdered their friend. Along the way, they encounter racist bikers, blonde bimbos, and the Beastie Boys!
Who’s in it. Tougher Than Leather stars Darryl McDaniels as Darryl 'DMC' McDaniels, Jason Mizell as Jason 'Jam Master Jay' Mizell, Joseph Simmons as Joseph 'Run' Simmons and Russell Simmons as Himself, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, Tougher Than Leather has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Tougher Than Leather page.
If you liked it. Fans of Tougher Than Leather tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Tougher Than Leather (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Tougher Than Leather change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Tougher Than Leather worth watching?
- Tougher Than Leather holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, crime and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Tougher Than Leather?
- Tougher Than Leather stars Darryl McDaniels, Jason Mizell, Joseph Simmons, Russell Simmons and Michael Diamond.
- When was Tougher Than Leather released?
- Tougher Than Leather was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.