A Rage in Harlem (1991): cast, story & where to watch

1991 · Film · ★ 5.4

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Released in 1991, A Rage in Harlem is a comedy and crime film directed by Bill Duke, running about 115 minutes.

What it’s about. A beautiful black gangster's moll flees to Harlem with a trunkload of gold after a shootout, unaware that the rest of the gang, and a few other unsavoury characters, are on her trail. A pudgy momma's boy becomes the object of her affections and the unlikely hero of the tale.

Who’s in it. A Rage in Harlem stars Forest Whitaker as Jackson, Gregory Hines as Goldy, Robin Givens as Imabelle and Danny Glover as Easy Money, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, A Rage in Harlem has proved divisive with audiences. It went on to earn $10.4M at the box office.

Where to watch. In CA you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Rage in Harlem page.

If you liked it. Fans of A Rage in Harlem tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch A Rage in Harlem (1991)?
In CA, A Rage in Harlem is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is A Rage in Harlem worth watching?
A Rage in Harlem holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in A Rage in Harlem?
A Rage in Harlem stars Forest Whitaker, Gregory Hines, Robin Givens, Danny Glover and T.K. Carter.
When was A Rage in Harlem released?
A Rage in Harlem was released in 1991, with a runtime of about 115 minutes.