Synopsis
Their plan was simple...Get the Cash. As Rupert, an ex-con, tries to go straight, his younger brother James pursues a life of delinquency. Days after being released from jail, James is gunned down and lies waiting in a hospital for a liver transplant. In a desperate attempt to save his brother's life, Rupert decides to execute a heist at a downtown club on New Year's Eve that will give him the money he needs. Rupert assembles an eclectic crew of ex-cons, including his best friend and his ex-girlfriend. Rupert and his gang converge on the nightclub for a climax that spins out of control. New Year's Eve has never been so explosive!
Movie Information
- Director
- James Merendino
- Writers
- James Merendino
- Release Year
- 1996
- Runtime
- 89 minutes
- Genre
- Crime, Action
- Language
- EN
- Country
- United States of America
- Status
- Released
- Rating
- 7.2 / 10 (5 votes)
Top Cast
Ready to watch The Real Thing?
Pick a streaming source and press play — free, HD, no signup.
▶ Watch The Real Thing FreeSimilar Movies
You May Also Like
More Crime Movies
More with James Russo
More from James Merendino
Trending Now
Popular This Week
Explore related titles
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Real Thing online for free?
You can watch The Real Thing (1996) online for free in HD on FreeFlix. No signup or subscription is required — just open this page and click play.
Is The Real Thing available in HD?
Yes. FreeFlix offers The Real Thing in full HD with multiple mirror sources, so if one source is slow you can switch in one click.
What is The Real Thing about?
Their plan was simple...Get the Cash. As Rupert, an ex-con, tries to go straight, his younger brother James pursues a life of delinquency. Days after being released from jail, James is gunned down and lies waiting in a hospital for a liver transplant. In a desperate attempt to save his brother's life, Rupert decides to execute a heist at a downtown club on New Year's Eve that will give him the money he needs. Rupert assembles an eclectic crew of ex-cons, including his best friend and his ex-girlfriend. Rupert and his gang converge on the nightclub for a climax that spins out of control. New Year's Eve has never been so explosive!
Do I need to register or pay?
No. FreeFlix is completely free, with no registration, account, credit card, or hidden charges.