- Genre
- Comedy
- Year
- 1989
- Runtime
- 1h56
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Harlem Nights
When the sun goes down, the night comes alive.
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Synopsis
Harlem Nights is a 1989 American crime comedy film written, produced by, and starring Eddie Murphy. Set in the 1930s, the movie follows Quick (Eddie Murphy) and Sugar Ray (Richard Pryor) who run a popular nightclub in Harlem. When corrupt police officers and rival gangsters threaten to take over their business, Quick and Sugar Ray must use all their street smarts and wit to outsmart their foes. The film features a star-studded cast including Redd Foxx, Della Reese, and Arsenio Hall, and showcases the glamour and danger of the Prohibition era. With a blend of humor, action, and drama, Harlem Nights is a nostalgic journey into the underground world of 1930s Harlem.
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Reviews
Harlem Nights received mixed reviews from critics upon its release. While some praised the star-studded cast and nostalgic setting, others criticized the film for its pacing and lack of depth. Rotten Tomatoes gave it a 26% rating, with the consensus stating that the film "squanders its impressive lineup of talent on a misguided story." Metacritic rated it at 16/100, indicating generally unfavorable reviews. IMDb users rated it 6.1/10, with some praising the chemistry between Eddie Murphy and Richard Pryor, while others found the humor to be hit-or-miss. Variety called it a "lavish and sprawling comedy-drama", while Roger Ebert noted the film's "uneven tone and lack of focus". Despite the mixed reviews, Harlem Nights remains a cult classic for fans of Eddie Murphy and 1930s nostalgia.
