Once in the Life (2000): cast, story & where to watch
2000 · Film · ★ 4.7
Released in 2000, Once in the Life is an action, drama and crime film directed by Laurence Fishburne, running about 107 minutes.
What it’s about. Two estranged half-brothers, Billy and Torch, reconnect during a brief jail stay. 20/20 Mike concocts a scheme in which the two of them will steal dope from some young couriers. The heist goes wrong when Billy shoots the couriers dead. They hole up in an abandoned building, and 20/20 Mike seeks help from an old cell mate, Tony.
Who’s in it. Once in the Life stars Laurence Fishburne as 20 / 20 Mike, Titus Welliver as Torch, Eamonn Walker as Tony and Annabella Sciorra as Maxine, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.7/10, Once in the Life has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Once in the Life page.
If you liked it. Fans of Once in the Life tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Once in the Life (2000)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Once in the Life change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Once in the Life worth watching?
- Once in the Life holds an audience score of 4.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Once in the Life?
- Once in the Life stars Laurence Fishburne, Titus Welliver, Eamonn Walker, Annabella Sciorra and Gregory Hines.