---
title: "DWB: Dating While Black"
year: 2018
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/dwb-dating-while-black-2018"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 576976
imdb_id: "tt8385976"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 100
community_rating: 2.0
vote_count: 3
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# DWB: Dating While Black (2018) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/dwb-dating-while-black-2018

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "DWB: Dating While Black" (2018).
Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
Constraint 1: Use ONLY verifiable facts from the provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
Constraint 2: No inventing/guessing titles, names, dates, counts, awards, ratings, etc.
Constraint 3: Write original, neutral, encyclopedic prose in plain text.
Constraint 4: No markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points.
Constraint 5: First sentence must not contain spoilers.
Constraint 6: Word count must be between 150 and 190 words.
Title: DWB: Dating While Black
Year: 2018
Release Date (US): 12/18/2018
Genre: Comedy
Runtime: 1h 40m
Characters: Eric and Alex (former co-workers).
Plot: Eric and Alex were recently laid off from their jobs. They run into each other during a job interview. While searching for new employment, they develop a personal relationship. Alex is described as a womanizing ladies' man. Eric is described as naive and recently dumped. Alex helps Eric understand women better.
Attempt 1:
        DWB: Dating While Black is a comedy film released in the United States on December 18, 2018. The movie has a runtime of 1 hour and 40 minutes.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Peacock Premium, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Peacock Premium Plus | Hoopla, Fawesome | Amazon Video |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | Plex | Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Hoopla | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | Hoopla | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Van Elder
- **Networks / Studios**: Maverick Entertainment Group

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Derrick Bowman** as *Larry*
- **Dawn L. Brown** as *Bertha*
- **Al Burke** as *Police Officer*
- **Katherine Castro** as *Martha*
- **Monique Cooper** as *Jenine*
- **Lisa Dewitt** as *Waitress*
- **Terry Dexter** as *Kim*
- **Van Elder** as *Gary*
- **Keena Ferguson** as *Allison*
- **Brandon Fobbs** as *Eric*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch DWB: Dating While Black online?
DWB: Dating While Black is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Peacock Premium, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Peacock Premium Plus. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is DWB: Dating While Black worth watching?
DWB: Dating While Black holds a community rating of 2.0/10 based on 3 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Comedy for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie DWB: Dating While Black and when was it released?
DWB: Dating While Black is a feature film with a runtime of 100 minutes. It was released in 2018. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed DWB: Dating While Black?
DWB: Dating While Black was directed by Van Elder.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [DWB: Dating While Black — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/576976)
- [DWB: Dating While Black (2018) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8385976/fullcredits/)
- [DWB: Dating While Black (2018) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/dwb-dating-while-black/credits)
- [DWB Dating While Black (2018) Full Cast & Crew | Moviefone](https://www.moviefone.com/movie/dwb-dating-while-black/DiOqqxEEUIQz0QZxL8ZPh1/credits/)

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