Since it was first announced that Jack Harlow will be stepping into Woody Harrelson's shoes in the White Men Can't Jump remake, social media hasn't held back on expressing their fears around the project. Not only have some questioned if the Kentucky native should make his acting debut in such an iconic role, but others have been questioning why the 1992 film is already receiving a remake in the first place. Upon seeing the first trailers earlier this year, some felt a pang of relief. Now that it finally arrived on Hulu, fans are able to put their theories about Harlow's on-screen chops to the test.
Much like in the original, the film follows two unlikely friends – one Black and one white – who are brought together thanks to the world of basketball. As Looper notes, sports fanatics will be happy to know that several NBA cameos take place in the new White Men Can't Jump, including Kamal Allen and his father (played by the late Lance Reddick). Elsewhere, we see Blake Griffin handing Harlow and co-star Sinqua Walls a massive check, and Tyler Herro working out his anger management issues with his new coach.
Jack Harlow Steps into Woody Harrelson's Shoes for White Men Can't Jump
Aside from the surprise all-star athlete appearances, many were also pleased with the Jackman rapper's work. "Why is Jack Harlow actually acting omg," one shocked tweet reads. "The new 'White Men Can't Jump' funny asf I can't lie," another user chimed in. "Thought the shit was gone be corny as hell."
Elsewhere, however, several people have expressed serious discontent with the project after viewing it. "Just watched 30 mins of the 'White Men Can't Jump' remake. Y'all are so lucky I don't have powers because the movie is so bad that I would have destroyed the world," a particularly unimpressed person vented.
Twitter Reacts to New Movie
Keep scrolling to read Twitter's mixed reactions to the new White Men Can't Jump. Have you checked out the Jack Harlow-led flick on Hulu yet? Let us know in the comments, and tap back in with HNHH later for more pop culture news updates.
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