STRAW vs Wasteman
STRAW has the higher audience score (7.9/10 against 7.5/10 for Wasteman). Wasteman is the shorter watch at 1h 30m compared with 1h 45m. STRAW is the older of the two (2025 against 2026). Both are crime, drama, thriller movies, so they suit a similar mood.
STRAW
Wasteman| STRAW | Wasteman | |
|---|---|---|
| Audience score | ★ 7.9/10 | ★ 7.5/10 |
| Year | 2025 | 2026 |
| Length | 1h 45m | 1h 30m |
| Genres | Crime, Drama, Thriller | Crime, Drama, Thriller |
| Country | – | – |
| Director | Tyler Perry | Cal McMau |
| Main cast | Rockmond Dunbar, Taraji P. Henson, Glynn Turman, Sinbad, Tilky Jones | Alex Hassell, Corin Silva, David Jonsson, Neil Linpow, Tom Blyth |
Synopsis
STRAW
What will be her last straw? A devastatingly bad day pushes a hardworking single mother to the breaking point — and into a shocking act of desperation.
Wasteman
Taylor's hopes for a fresh start post-parole are jeopardised by cellmate Dee's arrival. As Dee takes Taylor under his wing, a vicious attack tests their bond, forcing Taylor to choose between protecting Dee and his own chances at freedom.