Hollywood Shuffle
Aspiring actor and hot-dog stand employee Bobby Taylor catches the ire of his grandmother for auditioning for a role in the regrettably titled exploitation film "Jivetime Jimmy's Revenge." When Tinseltown Studios casts Taylor in the title role, he has a series of conflicted dreams satirizing African-American stereotypes in Hollywood, and must reconcile his career goals with his desire to remain a positive role model for his little brother.
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Streaming now in the United States on Amazon Prime Video and ScreenPix Apple TV channel.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube.
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Frequently asked questions about Hollywood Shuffle
Where can I watch Hollywood Shuffle in the United States?
Hollywood Shuffle is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video and ScreenPix Apple TV channel in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is Hollywood Shuffle on Amazon Prime Video?
Yes. Hollywood Shuffle is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in the United States, alongside ScreenPix Apple TV channel.
Can I watch Hollywood Shuffle for free?
Not free in the United States right now. Hollywood Shuffle needs a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and ScreenPix Apple TV channel, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube.
What are the ratings for Hollywood Shuffle?
Hollywood Shuffle scores 6.5 on The Movie Database, 6.9 on IMDb, and 79% on Rotten Tomatoes.
Who stars in Hollywood Shuffle?
Hollywood Shuffle stars Robert Townsend, Craigus R. Johnson, Helen Martin, Starletta DuPois, and Keenen Ivory Wayans. Robert Townsend is the director.
How long is Hollywood Shuffle?
Hollywood Shuffle runs 1h 21m (81 minutes).
When did Hollywood Shuffle come out?
Hollywood Shuffle was released on March 20, 1987.
Which studio made Hollywood Shuffle?
Hollywood Shuffle was produced by The Samuel Goldwyn Company in the United States.
What was the budget for Hollywood Shuffle?
Hollywood Shuffle was made on a budget of $100,000.
How much did Hollywood Shuffle make at the box office?
Hollywood Shuffle grossed $5,228,617 worldwide, against a budget of $100,000.
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.