Menace II Society (1993)
Kernel Score: 85% · 869 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Drama, Crime, Thriller
Released: 1993-05-26
Runtime: 97 minutes
Where to watch Menace II Society
- Stream: Starz
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
A young street hustler attempts to escape the rigors and temptations of the ghetto in a quest for a better life.
Menace II Society parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that Menace II Society is an R-rated drama depicting gang violence, drug dealing, and life in the inner city.
- Violence & scariness: Intense — Depicts frequent gang violence, shootings, and death throughout.
- Language: Strong — Contains frequent strong profanity.
- Drinking, drugs & smoking: Strong — Features drug dealing and drug use as central to the plot.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official R rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Allen Hughes
Cast
- Tyrin Turner as Caine 'Kaydee' Lawson
- Larenz Tate as Kevin 'O-Dog'
- Glenn Plummer as Pernell
- Jada Pinkett Smith as Ronnie
- Samuel L. Jackson as Tat Lawson
- June Kyoto Lu as Grocery Store Woman
- Toshi Toda as Grocery Store Man
- Reginald Ballard as Clyde
- Khandi Alexander as Karen Lawson
- Jullian Roy Doster as Anthony
Menace II Society FAQ
Is Menace II Society good?
Menace II Society has an 85% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 869 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Menace II Society?
In the US you can stream Menace II Society on Starz and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Menace II Society OK for kids?
Menace II Society is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that Menace II Society is an R-rated drama depicting gang violence, drug dealing, and life in the inner city.
What movies are like Menace II Society?
If you liked Menace II Society, try The Departed, Assault on Precinct 13, Training Day and Legend.