- Release Date: 1989
- Runtime: 116 min
- Genre: Comedy, Crime, Drama, Romance
- Starring: Eddie Murphy, Richard Pryor, Redd Foxx, Danny Aiello ... see all
- Director: Eddie Murphy
- Plot: "Sugar" Ray is the owner of an illegal casino, who contend with the pressures of vicious gangster and corrupt policemen who want to see him go out of business. In... Read more
User Reviews
One of my favorites
Sep 01, 2008
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Sep 01, 2008shanee - yahoo.com
This is one of my favorite movies of all time. It stars past away legends such as Richard Pryor and Redd Foxx. It's a must see.... Full review
One of my favorites
Sep 01, 2008
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Sep 01, 2008shaneeubanks - yahoo.com
This is one of my favorite movies of all time. It stars past away legends such as Richard Pryor and Redd Foxx. It's a must see.... Full review
historical
Aug 09, 2008
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Aug 09, 2008shecka2 - yahoo.com
this movie stars all the best black actors that were out at that time at their best it's untouchable guaranteed to be remembered for decades to come... Full review
historical
Aug 09, 2008
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Aug 09, 2008Nashecka - yahoo.com
this movie stars all the best black actors that were out at that time at their best it's untouchable guaranteed to be remembered for decades to come... Full review
Harlem Nights
Feb 19, 2008
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Eddie Murphy and Richard Pryor headline this big hit which also showcases Redd Foxx. Set in 1930s Harlem, Sugar Ray {Pryor} and Quick {Murphy} own an illegal casino. Hunted down by the city's top mafioso, the casino crew is ready to... Full review
Harlem Nights
Feb 19, 2008
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Eddie Murphy and Richard Pryor headline this big hit which also showcases Redd Foxx. Set in 1930s Harlem, Sugar Ray {Pryor} and Quick {Murphy} own an illegal casino. Hunted down by the city's top mafioso, the casino crew is ready to... Full review
Best Black Comedy Cast Ever
Oct 22, 2007
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Oct 22, 2007KJ - yahoo.com
I've watched this movie over and over. I remember almost every punchline and I will watch it again. This is by far the most star studded black comedy film ever made. (Red Foxx, Richard Pryor, Eddie Murphy, Charlie Murphy, Robin Harris,... Full review
Best Black Comedy Cast Ever
Oct 22, 2007
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Oct 22, 2007hail_2_da_skins - yahoo.com
I've watched this movie over and over. I remember almost every punchline and I will watch it again. This is by far the most star studded black comedy film ever made. (Red Foxx, Richard Pryor, Eddie Murphy, Charlie Murphy, Robin Harris,... Full review
Funniest Movie Ever - A True Classic
Mar 08, 2007
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Mar 08, 2007Beth - yahoo.com
In my opinions the absolute funniest movie of all time is Harlem Nights. It has Eddie Murphy, Redd Foxx, Arsenio Hall, Della Reese, Danny Aiello, Michael Lerner, and so many great comedians in it that I still laugh even after seeing... Full review
Funniest Movie Ever - A True Classic
Mar 08, 2007
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Mar 08, 2007cbdamstrom - yahoo.com
In my opinions the absolute funniest movie of all time is Harlem Nights. It has Eddie Murphy, Redd Foxx, Arsenio Hall, Della Reese, Danny Aiello, Michael Lerner, and so many great comedians in it that I still laugh even after seeing... Full review
Critics Reviews
| Jan 30, 2002DVD Talk
Summary: Harlem Nights is a decent film that tries a bit too hard to squeeze into too many genres.
Though there isn't much in the way of a story, the movie remains entertaining due to the charismatic leads.
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| May 18, 1990Entertainment Weekly
Though Harlem Nights is far from terrible
The plot is so familiar that dialogue is almost superfluous (and there wouldn't be much of that if not for the deluge of profanity).
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| Dec 10, 1989Deseret News
Murphy needs better scripts and a strong director he'll listen to.....This picture, which Murphy wrote and directed without any credited assistance, is beyond bad -....Harlem Nights" is an amazing failure by a young star who has come too far too fast.....Yet there is no snap or energy to any of the so-called action..... ... Full Review
| Nov 24, 1989Washington Post
So hothead Murphy and veteran Pryor come up with an elaborate scam, which involves betting on a big boxing match and dispatching a beautiful whore (newcomer Lela Rochon) to work her talents.
Unfortunately, entertainer-for-life Murphy, directing for the first time
... Full Review
| Nov 19, 1989Deseret News
Harlem Nights" is an amazing failure by a young star who has come too far too fast.
This picture, which Murphy wrote and directed without any credited assistance, is beyond bad - it's narcissistic, misogynistic and extremely mean-spirited.
... Full Review
News
Three comedy greats collide in "Harlem Nights." This 1989 film, written and directed by Eddie Murphy, brought three generations of black comedians together, as Murphy starred alongside Richard Pryor and Redd Foxx. ... Full Article
I love movies, and I like to think of myself as somewhat of a movie connoisseur. I own hundreds of them, and my collection is growing all the time. ... Full Article
The Blockbuster Game
newsweek.com –
1990-06-25
Looking for exciting action, expensive stunts and daredevil risks this summer movie season?Skip the local multiplex.Why not go behind the gates of Paramount Pictures , where a compelling drama is unfolding inside the studio's executive suites. ... Full Article

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