The Wood

From boyhood to manhood, you can always count on your best friends.

19991h 46m6.7(117 votes)

ComedyDramaRomance

Synopsis

In the panicky, uncertain hours before his wedding, a groom with prenuptial jitters and his two best friends reminisce about growing up together in the middle-class African-American neighborhood of Inglewood, California. Flashing back to the twenty-something trio's childhood exploits, the memories c…

The Wood (1999) is a comedy, drama, and romance film directed by Rick Famuyiwa. It stars Omar Epps, Richard T. Jones, and Taye Diggs. The film runs for 1 hour 46 minutes. Audiences have made it well received, with an average score of 6.7 out of 10 from 117 votes.

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Director

Rick Famuyiwa

Cast

Omar Epps

Mike

Richard T. Jones

Slim

Taye Diggs

Roland

Sanaa Lathan

Alicia

LisaRaye McCoy

Lisa

De'Aundre Bonds

Stacey

Antwon Tanner

Boo

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Is The Wood Worth Watching?

If you enjoy fans of comedy, drama, and romance, The Wood is worth a spot on your watchlist. The surest way to know is to see whether the friends who share your taste actually loved it—that is exactly what FriendsRecommend shows you before you press play.

Frequently Asked Questions About The Wood

Where can I watch The Wood?

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Who stars in The Wood?

The Wood stars Omar Epps, Richard T. Jones, Taye Diggs, and Sanaa Lathan, and was directed by Rick Famuyiwa.

How long is The Wood?

The Wood has a runtime of 1 hour 46 minutes.

When did The Wood come out?

The Wood was released in 1999.

What genre is The Wood?

The Wood is a comedy, drama, and romance film.

Is The Wood worth watching?

The Wood holds an average audience score of 6.7 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.