The Harlem Globetrotters (1951): cast, story & where to watch
1951 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1951, The Harlem Globetrotters is a drama film directed by Will Jason, running about 78 minutes. “They're Champs! They're Scamps!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. All-American basketball player, Billy signs up with the world-famous "Harlem Globetrotters", an all-Negro professional team. Billy struggles with important life decisions and their consequences.
Who’s in it. The Harlem Globetrotters stars Thomas Gomez as Coach Abe Saperstein, Dorothy Dandridge as Ann Carpenter, Bill Walker as Prof. Turner and Angela Clarke as Sylvia Saperstein, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Harlem Globetrotters has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Shout! Factory Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Harlem Globetrotters page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Harlem Globetrotters tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Harlem Globetrotters (1951)?
- In US, The Harlem Globetrotters is available to stream on Shout! Factory Amazon Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Harlem Globetrotters worth watching?
- The Harlem Globetrotters holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Harlem Globetrotters?
- The Harlem Globetrotters stars Thomas Gomez, Dorothy Dandridge, Bill Walker, Angela Clarke and Peter M. Thompson.
- When was The Harlem Globetrotters released?
- The Harlem Globetrotters was released in 1951, with a runtime of about 78 minutes.