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All Up in the Biz

2023Movie1 h 40 minR

DocumentaryMusic
82
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb7.4Rotten Tomatoes100%97%

A nostalgic, wholesome documentary movie about a real life story and show business.

Good for family movie night · friends night · party vibe

Skip it if you want dark or edgy material

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Not for scares, brutality or suspense.

Movies with

Story

The life and rhymes of Biz Markie.

Acclaimed director Sacha Jenkins shines a spotlight on the life and rhymes of the 'clown prince of hip-hop', Biz Markie, best known for his Top 40 hit, "Just a Friend." A who's who of legends like rappers Rakim, Big Daddy Kane, Doug E Fresh and actor/comedian Tracy Morgan share how Markie's playful approach to the genre made him a hip-hop icon and left an indelible mark in the world of music.

Feels like

  • Hip-Hop Documentary
  • Biographical Tribute
  • Nostalgic Celebration
  • Music Industry History
  • Heartwarming & Bittersweet
  • Celebrity Interviews
  • Cultural Icon Analysis
  • Feel-Good Retrospective

Cast

11 of 11

Crew

Directed by
Sacha Jenkins
Written by
Sacha Jenkins, Andre Wilkins
Produced by
Deborah Correa, Andre Wilkins, Djali Brown-Cepeda
Music by
Prince Paul

Everyone

Pick a department, or search for a name or a job (“editor”, “stunt”).

Facts

June 17, 2023 · 1 h 40 min · R

Released
June 17, 2023
Runtime
1 h 40 min
Age rating
R
Content
Strong Language, Drug Use
Genres
Documentary, Music
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Available in
2 countries

Q&A

5 questions, like "Where can I stream All Up in the Biz?"

Questions about All Up in the Biz

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream All Up in the Biz?

fuboTVParamount+Paramount+ with Showtime

In the United States, All Up in the Biz streams on fuboTV, Paramount+, and Paramount+ with Showtime. You can rent or buy it from Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Microsoft Store. It also streams in 1 other country.

Is All Up in the Biz worth watching?

82
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 82 (IMDb 7.4 and Rotten Tomatoes 100%). Critics rate it higher (100 out of 100) than audiences (86).

Is All Up in the Biz okay for kids?

RStrong languageDrug use

Yes: it's rated R in the United States for strong language and drug use, and the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

Is All Up in the Biz plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (8 of 10) and dialogue centrality (8 of 10) more than on its plot.

Will I feel good after watching All Up in the Biz?

BleakHopeful

Yes, it's an uplifting movie: the title analysis rates it 8 of 10 for wholesome and 7 for hopefulness.