Black Samson
“Every brother's friend. Every mother's enemy.”
Synopsis
Noble nightclub owner Samson does his best to keep his neighborhood clean of crime and drugs. When vicious mobster Johnny Nappa tries to muscle in on Samson's territory, Samson takes a brave stand against Nappa and his flunkies.
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Rockne Tarkington
Samson
William Smith
Johnny Nappa
Connie Strickland
Tina
Carol Speed
Leslie
Michael Payne
Arthur
Joe Tornatore
Harry
Titos Vandis
Joseph Nappa
Napoleon Whiting
Old Henry
John Alderman
Michael Briggs
Fred Scheiwiller
Charlie Frisco
Ernest Robinson
Ragamuffin
Nick Dimitri
Milo
Ken Bell
C.T.
Junero Jennings
Shine
Marvin Walters
Junkie
Shelley St. Clair
Nappa's Secretary
Edgar Charles
Bar Patron
Kenneth Crowe
Vic
Release History & Theatrical Window
August 14, 1974
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Charles Bail
- Screenplay & Story
- Warren Hamilton Jr.
- Original Score
- Allen Toussaint
- Original Title
- Black Samson
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Production Studios
- Omni Pictures, Warner Bros. Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Charles Bail
Warren Hamilton Jr., Daniel Cady
Allen Toussaint
Henning Schellerup
Duane Hartzell
Daniel Cady
Department Leadership Roster
Warren Hamilton Jr.
Screenplay
Charles Bail
Director
Ernest Robinson
Stunt Coordinator
Daniel Cady
Producer
Allen Toussaint
Original Music Composer
Henning Schellerup
Director of Photography
Duane Hartzell
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Black Samson
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What is Black Samson about?
Noble nightclub owner Samson does his best to keep his neighborhood clean of crime and drugs. When vicious mobster Johnny Nappa tries to muscle in on Samson's territory, Samson takes a brave stand against Nappa and his flunkies.
Who directed Black Samson?
Black Samson was directed by Charles Bail.
Who stars in Black Samson?
The principal cast of Black Samson includes Rockne Tarkington, William Smith, Connie Strickland, Carol Speed, Michael Payne.
When was Black Samson released and how long is it?
Black Samson was released in 1974 with a total runtime of 1h 28m.
Who composed the musical score for Black Samson?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Black Samson was composed by Allen Toussaint.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Black Samson?
Black Samson holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).