---
title: "Comin' Up Short"
year: 2024
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/comin-up-short-2024"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 1306161
imdb_id: "tt13914106"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 60
community_rating: 0.0
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Comin' Up Short (2024) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/comin-up-short-2024

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Comin' Up Short is a documentary film released in the United States on January 10, 2024, with a runtime of one hour. The film is directed by Queen Muhammad Ali and Hakeem Khaaliq. The cast features Nia Ali, Queen Muhammad Ali, Durrell Tank Babbs, and Boo-Yaa T.R.I.B.E. The documentary presents the true story of Shorty from the controversial rap group Da Lench Mob. The production explores Shorty's life transitions, detailing his past as a ruthless gang banger and his experiences protecting the life of Ice Cube. Throughout the film, Shorty reveals untold secrets of N.W.A. and explains why his own group was attacked while navigating a race against time to save his own life.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Fawesome | Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Tubi TV | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Queen Muhammad Ali, Hakeem Khaaliq

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Ice Cube** as *Self*
- **RBX** as *Self*
- **LL Cool J** as *Self*
- **Queen Muhammad Ali** as *Self*
- **Jerome Muhammad** as *Self*
- **WC** as *Self*
- **Juanita Millender-McDonald** as *Self (archive footage)*
- **Big Tray Deee** as *Self*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Comin' Up Short online?
Comin' Up Short is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Amazon Video, The Roku Channel. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Comin' Up Short worth watching?
Comin' Up Short holds a community rating of 0.0/10. It offers engaging Documentary for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Comin' Up Short and when was it released?
Comin' Up Short is a feature film with a runtime of 60 minutes. It was released in 2024. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Comin' Up Short?
Comin' Up Short was directed by Queen Muhammad Ali, Hakeem Khaaliq.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Comin' Up Short — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/1306161)
- [Comin' Up Short (2024) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/1306161-comin-up-short/cast)
- [Comin' Up Short (2024) - Full Cast and Crew | Moviefone](https://www.moviefone.com/movie/comin-up-short/IpEv5ZU2LNswdFOU6CaKN4/credits/)
- [Comin' Up Short (2024) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/comin-up-short/credits)
- [‎Comin' Up Short (2024) directed by Queen Muhammad Ali ...](https://letterboxd.com/film/comin-up-short/cast/)
- [Comin' Up Short (2021) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt13914106/)

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