Black Hand (1950): cast, story & where to watch
1950 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1950, Black Hand is a drama and crime film directed by Richard Thorpe, running about 92 minutes. “It's Gene Kelly against The Black Hand!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In turn-of-the-century New York, an Italian seeks vengeance on the mobsters who killed his father.
Who’s in it. Black Hand stars Gene Kelly as Giovanni E. 'Johnny' Columbo, Teresa Celli as Isabella Gomboli, J. Carrol Naish as Louis Lorelli and Mario Siletti as Benny Danetta / Nino, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Black Hand has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Black Hand page.
If you liked it. Fans of Black Hand tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Black Hand (1950)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Black Hand change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Black Hand worth watching?
- Black Hand holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Black Hand?
- Black Hand stars Gene Kelly, Teresa Celli, J. Carrol Naish, Mario Siletti and Marc Lawrence.
- When was Black Hand released?
- Black Hand was released in 1950, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.