We Grown Now: It's 90's childhood innocence and a coming of age story in 'We Grown Now'

Need more than just action-packed thrill rides on the big screen? Low-key yearning for a story presented in a cinematic and heartfelt way? Look no further than what’s brewing with the upcoming We Grown Now film.

While select cities including New York, Los Angeles and Chicago get first dibs in theaters this April, the Sony Pictures Classic film arrives everywhere just a few weeks later. Tap in.

Opening ONLY IN THEATERS in New York, Los Angeles & Chicago on April 19, 2024, nationwide on May 10, 2024.

Starring | Blake Cameron James, Gian Knight Ramirez, S. Epatha Merkerson, with Lil Rel Howery and Jurnee Smollett

Written and Directed by | Minhal Baig

Produced by | Joe Pirro, Minhal Baig

Executive Produced by | Jeff Skoll and Anikah McLaren for Participant, James Schamus for Symbolic Exchange, Carrie Holt de Lama, Jurnee Smollett

Synopsis | In 1992 Chicago, as Michael Jordan solidifies himself as a champion, a story of two young legends in their own right begins. As wide-eyed and imaginative best friends Malik and Eric traverse the city, looking to escape the mundaneness of school and the hardships of growing up in public housing, their unbreakable bond is challenged when tragedy shakes their community just as they are learning to fly. 

Run Time | 1 hour 33 minutes

Rating | PG