Rude (1995): cast, story & where to watch
1995 · Film · ★ 4.5
Released in 1995, Rude is a drama and crime film directed by Clement Virgo, running about 89 minutes. “Action speaks louder than words.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. This is the Easter weekend. In an inner city project, three people struggle against their demons and try to find redemption. They are Maxine, a window dresser depressed since she had an abortion and lost her lover ; Jordan, a boxer who has indulged in gay-bashing ; and 'The General', a drug dealer turned artist.
Who’s in it. Rude stars Maurice Dean Wint as General, Rachael Crawford as Maxine, Clark Johnson as Reece and Richard Chevolleau as Jordan, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, Rude has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel and rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Rude page.
If you liked it. Fans of Rude tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Rude (1995)?
- In US, Rude is available to stream on Criterion Channel, and rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Rude worth watching?
- Rude holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Rude?
- Rude stars Maurice Dean Wint, Rachael Crawford, Clark Johnson, Richard Chevolleau and Sharon Lewis.
- When was Rude released?
- Rude was released in 1995, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.