The Black Banana (1976): cast, story & where to watch
1976 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1976, The Black Banana is a comedy film directed by Benjamin Hayeem, running about 84 minutes.
What it’s about. Avram, an Hassadic hippie; Hassan, an Arab inventor; and Tex, a nonchalant Jew, with so different backgrounds and characters, share a liberal view about sexuality. In a world abiding by the strict moral derived from the Dybbuk (sacred book), the three men will go through a number of tribulations concerning marriage.
Who’s in it. The Black Banana stars Nazim Jabrin, Danny Kinrot, Genia Maimon and Eric Minkin.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, The Black Banana sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Black Banana page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Black Banana tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Black Banana (1976)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Black Banana change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Black Banana worth watching?
- The Black Banana holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Black Banana?
- The Black Banana stars Nazim Jabrin, Danny Kinrot, Genia Maimon and Eric Minkin.
- When was The Black Banana released?
- The Black Banana was released in 1976, with a runtime of about 84 minutes.