Harlem Nights
'Sugar' Ray is the owner of an illegal casino and must contend with the pressure of vicious gangsters and corrupt police who want to see him go out of business. In the world of organised crime and police corruption in the 1920s, any dastardly trick is fair.
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Streaming now in the United States on Philo, YouTube TV, Starz, and YouTube Free.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
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Frequently asked questions about Harlem Nights
Where can I watch Harlem Nights in the United States?
Harlem Nights is available to stream on Philo, YouTube TV, Starz, and YouTube Free in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch Harlem Nights for free?
Harlem Nights streams free with ads in the United States on YouTube Free. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for Harlem Nights?
Harlem Nights scores 6.1 on The Movie Database, 6.1 on IMDb, 80% on Rotten Tomatoes, and 56 on Metacritic.
Who stars in Harlem Nights?
Harlem Nights stars Eddie Murphy, Richard Pryor, Redd Foxx, Danny Aiello, and Michael Lerner. Eddie Murphy is the director.
How long is Harlem Nights?
Harlem Nights runs 1h 56m (116 minutes).
When did Harlem Nights come out?
Harlem Nights was released on November 17, 1989.
Which studio made Harlem Nights?
Harlem Nights was produced by Paramount Pictures and Eddie Murphy Productions in the United States.
What was the budget for Harlem Nights?
Harlem Nights was made on a budget of $30,000,000.
How much did Harlem Nights make at the box office?
Harlem Nights grossed $60,864,870 worldwide, against a budget of $30,000,000.
What languages is Harlem Nights in?
Harlem Nights is in Russian and English, and its original language is English.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.