The Grind (2012): cast, story & where to watch
2012 · Film · ★ 1.3
Released in 2012, The Grind is a thriller, drama and crime film directed by Rishi Opel, running about 85 minutes. “East End Loan... Dead End Debt” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The Grind is a modern urban drama, set in world of sex, drug dealers, dance nightclubs and loan sharks. Vince is the nightclub manager of The Grind in Hackney, East London and having fought his way to a decent living and respectable lifestyle he is determined to settle down and take life easier. Upon meeting and starting a relationship with Nancy, Vinces dream of running a casino for his Boss and getting married looks set. Bobby, Vinces best friend from school, is released from prison and their friendship soon falls apart, Bobbys addiction to cocaine and gambling spirals out of control and he now owes a huge amount of money to Vinces boss, Dave ; owner of The Grind and an East End loan shark. Vince's life takes a dramatic turn for the worse. Loyalties are tested and friendships are pushed to their limits.
Who’s in it. The Grind stars Jamie Foreman as Dave, Freddie Connor as Vince, Zoë Tapper as Nancy and Danny John-Jules as Phil, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 1.3/10, The Grind has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Grind page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Grind tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Grind (2012)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Grind change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Grind worth watching?
- The Grind holds an audience score of 1.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Grind?
- The Grind stars Jamie Foreman, Freddie Connor, Zoë Tapper, Danny John-Jules and Gordon Alexander.
- When was The Grind released?
- The Grind was released in 2012, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.