Harlem Nights Synopsis & Summary
Synopsis
Eddie Murphy, in addition to starring as Quick, the son of 1930s Harlem gambling-house proprietor Sugar Ray (Richard Pryor), also wrote and directed the film. The plotline details the combined efforts of Quick and Sugar Ray to prevent white gangster Bugsy Calhoune (Michael Lerner) from muscling in on their operation. The supporting players include Redd Foxx, Danny Aiello and Jasmine Guy. - Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
Movie Info
Starring:
Theatrical Release Date:
11/17/1989
DVD Release Date:
01/29/2002
Run Time:
118 min.
Distributor(s):
Paramount
Production Co.:
Eddie Murphy Productions, Paramount
Director(s):
Themes:
Underdogs, Cons and Scams, Dishonor Among Thieves
Tone:
Stylized, Easygoing, Humorous, Nostalgic
Keywords:
business-takeover, con/scam, corruption, friendship, gangster, killing, nightclub, orphan, robbery, seduction
Country of Origin:
USA (11-17-1989)
Language:
English
Status:
DVD
