Comin' Up Short (2024)

The true story of Shorty from Da Lench Mob

From being a ruthless gang banger, to protecting Ice Cube's life, Shorty from the controversial rap group Da Lench Mob, reveals untold secrets of N.W.A. and why his group was attacked in a race against time to save his own life.

Cast (8)CrewGenresDetailsReleasesMediaAwards

Ice Cube

Self

R

RBX

Self

LL Cool J

Self

Q

Queen Muhammad Ali

Self

J

Jerome Muhammad

Self

WC

Self

Juanita Millender-McDonald

Self (archive footage)

Big Tray Deee

Self

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