Phat Beach
Seen it?1996 | 89 min | Comedy, Drama
Monday Morning Maybeearly ratingWhy it’s a Monday Morning Maybe
With almost no lasting buzz and soft box office, this one could be a tough watch. Keep your phone handy.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Best for fans of a well-timed joke and anyone who likes a story with emotional weight. Easy company after a long day. Shelve it next to Snack Shack or mid90s.
- The mood
- Funny with heart.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 29 min. An easy one to fit in on a school night.
- What might put you off
- Rated R: meant for adults.
- Not the pick if you want something heavy or meaningful.
A hefty homeboy borrows his dad's Mercedes and goes to the beach with his friends for wild sun & fun.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsNot counted
Not enough reviews on record yet
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Box office & staying powerBelow par
$1 million worldwide; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactWeak
About 14K people sought it out in the past year
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Cast & crew
Directed by Doug Ellin
- Jermaine HopkinsBenny King
- Claudia KaleemCandace Williams
- Candice MeridethTasha King
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