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Release, runtime and language
2017 · 86 min · English
Echo score 50
JustWatch #33,869
Directed by
Scott Zabielski
Starring
Allen Maldonado, Terry Crews, Katerina Graham, Chelsea Alden, Mike Epps, Josh Brener
Budget
$1.5M

A man from South Central Los Angeles finds himself in a chaotic situation when he learns his imprisoned father and uncle hid a million dollars in a rundown building. Facing gentrification and the potential loss of his neighborhood, he must cleverly infiltrate a local fraternity. To secure the hidden money, he must charm the fraternity members while avoiding rival claimants and dangerous gangsters who also seek the fortune.

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  1. 1 Where to watch
  2. 2 Events in order (13)
  3. 3 Timeline questions answered
  4. 4 Movie threads
  5. 5 Movies like Where's the Money
  6. 6 Every angle

Where to watch

Where to Watch Where's the Money (2017)

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13 events in order · contains spoilers

Where's the Money Timeline: Events in Chronological Order

Every key event of Where's the Money (2017) in order, scene by scene, with when and where it takes place. Use it to untangle flashbacks, time jumps and parallel storylines, to refresh your memory before the sequel or to find the exact scene you are thinking of.

  1. Del's Life in Los Angeles

    Del Goodlow, played by Andrew Bachelor, navigates life in the bustling city of Los Angeles. He finds solace and purpose working at his family's gym, which serves as a safe haven for local youth searching for a way out of gang culture and drug dependence.

    Where
    Los Angeles
  2. Dre's Incarceration

    Del's father, Dre, portrayed by Mike Epps, unexpectedly finds himself in prison, leading to financial turmoil for the family-run gym. As Del faces the impending loss of their refuge, he receives a life-changing message from his father while he serves time.

  3. The Hidden Fortune

    While incarcerated, Dre reveals to Del that he has hidden away an astonishing $1 million in the basement of an abandoned flophouse. This news ignites a spark of hope for Del as he becomes determined to retrieve the fortune that could save their gym.

    Where
    Flophouse
  4. Arrival at the Fraternity House

    Upon arriving at the designated flophouse, Del discovers it has transformed into the lively KAX fraternity house. The vibrant party atmosphere starkly contrasts the dilapidated structure he anticipated, pushing him to come up with a new plan to access the money.

    Where
    KAX Fraternity House
  5. Masquerade as a Fire Inspector

    To gain entry into KAX, Del decides to impersonate a fire inspector. However, his Spanish-written credentials lead to a comical bust, as he is quickly caught and thrown out, leaving him to rethink his strategy.

    Where
    KAX Fraternity House
  6. Outlandish Initiation Rituals

    Del's determination drives him to participate in a series of ridiculous initiation rituals to fit in with the fraternity. These outrageous events, including bat-spanking and baby costume celebrations, serve to raise Del's street cred within KAX.

    Where
    KAX Fraternity House
  7. Success in Snatching the Cash

    After successfully ingratiating himself with the fraternity brothers, Del manages to locate and swipe the hidden $1 million. However, his success is fleeting as fraternity brother Brock soon discovers the missing cash.

    Where
    KAX Fraternity House
  8. The Investigation Begins

    Faced with the theft accusation, Del cleverly convinces Brock and the other fraternity members of his innocence. United by a common goal, they embark on an investigation to uncover the true mystery behind the missing money.

  9. Showdown at the Gym

    The investigation culminates in a tense showdown at Del's gym, where his friends find themselves hostage at the hands of Uncle Leon, played by Terry Crews. Leon has dubious plans for the stolen cash, escalating the situation dramatically.

    Where
    Del's Gym
  10. Confrontation with Uncle Leon

    In an uproarious and chaotic confrontation, Del rallies the KAX fraternity, his mother, and a local gang to reclaim control over the cash. The situation escalates into a comical disaster, reflecting the wild essence of Del's adventure.

    Where
    Del's Gym
  11. The Fatal Twist

    In a surprising turn of events, Uncle Leon meets his demise during a standoff with the local gang leader. His death comes as an ironic result of a falling air conditioning unit, a fact that highlights the absurd humor pervading Del's escapade.

    Where
    Del's Gym
  12. Revitalizing the Gym

    Amid the craziness, everyone involved manages to walk away with a portion of the cash. This unexpected windfall allows Del and his allies to revitalize the family gym, restoring hope to the community it serves.

    Where
    Del's Gym
  13. KAX Fraternity's Charitable Acclaim

    In a heartwarming conclusion, the KAX fraternity gains recognition for their philanthropic efforts. Their involvement in renovating Del's gym reflects a newfound sense of purpose and community commitment, turning the wild adventure into a positive legacy.

Last updated: November 19, 2024 at 12:37

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Timeline questions answered

Where's the Money Timeline Explained: Your Questions Answered

When does it happen, and why in that order? The questions people ask about the chronology of Where's the Money (2017): time jumps, flashbacks, cause and effect between scenes and the correct order of events, each answered with spoilers.

Q1

Why did Dre hide $1 million in the flophouse?

Dre hid the money to protect it while he was incarcerated. He knew the family gym was struggling financially and planned to use the money to save it once he was released. The location in an abandoned flophouse was meant to keep it safe from rivals and authorities.

  • dre
  • hidden money
  • flophouse
  • incarceration
  • family gym
Q2

Why did Del join the fraternity instead of just stealing the money?

Del couldn't simply break into the basement because the flophouse had become the KAX fraternity house, which was occupied by many members. His first attempt to enter as a fake fire inspector failed comically, so infiltrating through the fraternity's initiation process was the only viable way to access the building and locate the hidden cash.

  • del goodlow
  • kax fraternity
  • infiltration
  • fire inspector
Q3

Why did Uncle Leon take hostages at the gym?

Uncle Leon wanted the $1 million for himself and knew Del had retrieved it. He took Del's friends hostage at the gym to force Del to hand over the money. Leon's greedy plans for the cash drove him to threaten the community Del cared about.

  • uncle leon
  • hostages
  • gym
  • terry crews
  • extortion
Q4

How did the air conditioning unit fall on Uncle Leon?

During the chaotic confrontation at the gym, Uncle Leon was standing beneath a window-mounted air conditioning unit when it fell and crushed him. The AC unit had been broken and leaking, and Del's mother had been begging Leon to repair it before the standoff. The falling unit was a random, ironic accident that ended Leon's threat.

Foreshadowing: Del's mother had been complaining about the broken AC unit earlier in the film.

  • air conditioning unit
  • uncle leon
  • death
  • comedic ending
Q5

Why did the gang and fraternity work together?

Del convinced everyone to unite against the common threat posed by Uncle Leon, who was holding people hostage and threatening violence. The KAX fraternity brothers, Del's mother, and a local gang leader all joined forces to reclaim the money and resolve the standoff at the gym.

  • kax fraternity
  • gang
  • del
  • uncle leon
  • showdown
Q6

What happened to the money after the showdown?

Everyone involved walked away with a portion of the $1 million. Del used his share to revitalize the struggling family gym, while the KAX fraternity used their portion to renovate the gym as a charitable act, turning the chaotic adventure into a positive outcome for the community.

  • money distribution
  • gym renovation
  • community
  • ending
Q7

Why did Del's fire inspector disguise fail?

Del tried to enter KAX by pretending to be a fire inspector, but his fake badge was written in Spanish, which made it obviously fraudulent to the fraternity members. They quickly saw through the ruse and kicked him out, forcing him to devise a different approach to access the basement.

  • fire inspector
  • spanish badge
  • disguise failure
  • kax
Q8

What happened when Brock discovered Del stole the money?

Brock caught Del with the stolen $1 million and confronted him about the theft. Del used his quick wit to convince the fraternity brothers that he was innocent, suggesting they all work together to investigate the true mystery behind the missing money instead of accusing him.

  • brock
  • stolen money
  • accusation
  • investigation
  • kax fraternity

Movie threads

More Movies Like Where's the Money, by Mood & Story

Curated lists built around what makes Where's the Money tick: the same mood, the same kind of story or the same emotional payoff. Each list explains why these movies belong together.

Clever Undercover Caper Movies like Where's the Money

Witty protagonists who must infiltrate a group to pull off a clever scheme. If you enjoyed the clever infiltration and chaotic antics of 'Where's the Money', you'll love these movies. This section features similar stories of witty undercover missions, humorous heists, and charismatic characters who have to think on their feet to achieve their goals.

  • clever
  • witty
  • chaotic
  • infiltration
  • heist
  • fast-paced
  • Tone: light, humorous
  • Pacing: fast, energetic
Why these movies?

The story pattern: These narratives follow a protagonist with a specific goal that requires them to adopt a false identity. The plot is driven by a series of escalating, often humorous challenges as they maintain their cover, outsmart opponents, and navigate the rules of the world they've infiltrated, leading to a climactic and satisfying resolution.

Why they belong together: They are grouped by their shared focus on cleverness over brute force, a lighthearted tone that keeps the stakes fun, and a fast-paced sequence of comedic obstacles. The appeal lies in the protagonist's intelligence and the enjoyment of seeing a well-laid, if chaotic, plan unfold.

Community-Centered Comedies Similar to Where's the Money

Energetic stories where saving a neighborhood leads to comedic chaos. Fans of 'Where's the Money' and its theme of saving a neighborhood through a chaotic plan will enjoy these movies. Discover similar fast-paced, lighthearted comedies where the heart of the story is about community, legacy, and pulling off a crazy scheme for a feel-good reason.

  • feel-good
  • community
  • fast-paced
  • lighthearted
  • uplifting
  • chaotic
  • Tone: lighthearted, feel-good
  • Pacing: fast, energetic
Why these movies?

The story pattern: The story begins with a threat to a community's way of life or a specific local institution. The protagonist, often with personal ties to the community, devises an unconventional and typically chaotic plan to save it. The journey is filled with humorous misadventures and unlikely alliances, culminating in an uplifting victory that reinforces the value of community.

Why they belong together: They share a specific blend of high-energy comedy and a heartfelt, community-focused stakes. The pacing is fast, the tone is consistently light and humorous, and the emotional core is about belonging and protecting something larger than oneself, resulting in a universally uplifting feel.

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