Light It Up
On a winter day in a southside Queens high school, events collide and six students are suddenly in an armed standoff with the NYPD. At the school, classrooms freeze, teachers come and go, resources are scant.
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Streaming now in the United States on Gaia Amazon Channel.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
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90s Week: Light It Up (Theatrical Trailer)
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Frequently asked questions about Light It Up
Where can I watch Light It Up in the United States?
Light It Up is available to stream on Gaia Amazon Channel in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch Light It Up for free?
Not free in the United States right now. Light It Up needs a subscription to Gaia Amazon Channel, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
What are the ratings for Light It Up?
Light It Up scores 6.6 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Light It Up?
Light It Up stars Usher, Vanessa Williams, Forest Whitaker, Rosario Dawson, and Robert Ri'chard. Craig Bolotin is the director.
How long is Light It Up?
Light It Up runs 1h 39m (99 minutes).
When did Light It Up come out?
Light It Up was released on November 4, 1999.
Which studio made Light It Up?
Light It Up was produced by Edmonds Entertainment Group and Fox 2000 Pictures in the United States.
What was the budget for Light It Up?
Light It Up was made on a budget of $13,000,000.
How much did Light It Up make at the box office?
Light It Up grossed $5,985,690 worldwide, against a budget of $13,000,000.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.