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Black Caesar

R19731h 35mLarry Cohen
IMDb 6.4 · Rotten Tomatoes 69%

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"Hail Caesar Godfather of Harlem!"

Raised in Harlem, Tommy Gibbs becomes a successful mob boss but he clashes with the rival Mafia and his old enemy, dirty cop McKinney.

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Blaxploitation Cinema

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Frequently asked questions

What is Black Caesar (1973) about?

Raised in Harlem, Tommy Gibbs becomes a successful mob boss but he clashes with the rival Mafia and his old enemy, dirty cop McKinney.

Who stars in Black Caesar?

Black Caesar stars Fred Williamson (Tommy Gibbs), Gloria Hendry (Helen), Art Lund (McKinney), D'Urville Martin (Rev. Rufus), Julius Harris (Mr. Gibbs). The film was directed by Larry Cohen.

How long is Black Caesar?

Black Caesar has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1973. It is rated R.

Is Black Caesar worth watching?

Black Caesar holds an IMDb rating of 6.4/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 69. Fans of Action, Crime, Drama are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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