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Harlem Nights (1989) Reviews

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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, Rovi

Starring:: Eddie Murphy, Richard Pryor, (more)

Director(s):: Eddie Murphy

Theatrical MPAA Rating:: R

Format(s):: DVD
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	Paul S.

5 out of 5 people found this review helpful

Classic...Pryor and Murphy are legends.

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	Kittrena W.

3 out of 3 people found this review helpful

One of few movie that has so much comedic talent showcased. Richard Pryor and Eddie Murphy have a great Mentor/protege relationship not to mention the hilarious Della Reese and Red Fox, who provide the best support in the movie. I laughed from start to finish even at scenes that i already knew the words to. CLASSIC!

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	Rondell C.

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful

This movie is one of the few that I find Eddie Murphy to be funy in. A star studded cast does a great job of telling a story about the owner of a speakeasy and his one chance to get away. The movie is filled with funny scenes and literally made me laugh out loud. It's not a blaxploitation hit, its a Hit by any standards!!

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