Five on the Black Hand Side
“You've been coffy-tized, blacula-rized and super-flied - but now you're gonna be glorified, unified and filled-with-pride... when you see”
Synopsis
Leonard Jackson plays a barber who is also the domineering head of a middle-class African American family. Jackson is forced to rethink his values when his previously docile wife (Clarice Taylor) joins their three children in rebelling against her husband's retrogressive behavior.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
Five on the Black Hand Side (1973, trailer) [Leonard Jackson, Clarice Taylor, Glynn Turman]
Type: Trailer • Published 2018-04-26
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →
Clarice Taylor
Mrs. Brooks
Leonard Jackson
Mr. Brooks
Virginia Capers
Ruby
Glynn Turman
Gideon
Dick Anthony Williams
Preston
Carl Franklin
Marvin
Ja'net DuBois
Stormy Monday
D'Urville Martin
Booker T.
Godfrey Cambridge
Godfrey Cambridge
Sonny Jim Gaines
Sweetmeat
Bonnie Banfield
Gail
Frankie Crocker
Rolls Royce
Tchaka Almoravids
Fun Loving
Henry G. Sanders
Barber Shop Patron (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 25, 1973
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Oscar Williams
- Screenplay & Story
- Charlie L. Russell
- Original Score
- H.B. Barnum
- Original Title
- Five on the Black Hand Side
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Production Studios
- United Artists, Five Hand Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Oscar Williams
Charlie L. Russell
H.B. Barnum
Gene Polito
Michael Economou
Brock Peters, Michael Tolan
Department Leadership Roster
Brock Peters
Producer
Oscar Williams
Director
Charlie L. Russell
Screenplay
Michael Tolan
Producer
H.B. Barnum
Original Music Composer
Gene Polito
Director of Photography
Michael Economou
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Five on the Black Hand Side.
Featured In Curated Collections
Editorial lists, community rankings, and cinematic collections featuring Five on the Black Hand Side.
Mid Hunting List
A list of mids found by Mid Hunters
list2
ALLL MOVIESSS
My movies
the movies I own on DVD and Blue Ray
Black
IMDb Archive
Similar Titles to Five on the Black Hand Side
Movies sharing stylistic DNA, tone, and thematic storytelling
6.0
7.0
6.5
7.2
8.0
7.1
6.0
6.2
5.6
6.6
4.6
6.9
3.0
7.2
6.8
5.9
5.1
5.0
6.8
More Like Five on the Black Hand Side
Recommended titles matching themes, cast, and genres.
Frequently Asked Questions About Five on the Black Hand Side
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Five on the Black Hand Side about?
Leonard Jackson plays a barber who is also the domineering head of a middle-class African American family. Jackson is forced to rethink his values when his previously docile wife (Clarice Taylor) joins their three children in rebelling against her husband's retrogressive behavior.
Who directed Five on the Black Hand Side?
Five on the Black Hand Side was directed by Oscar Williams.
Who stars in Five on the Black Hand Side?
The principal cast of Five on the Black Hand Side includes Clarice Taylor, Leonard Jackson, Virginia Capers, Glynn Turman, Dick Anthony Williams.
When was Five on the Black Hand Side released and how long is it?
Five on the Black Hand Side was released in 1973 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.
Who composed the musical score for Five on the Black Hand Side?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Five on the Black Hand Side was composed by H.B. Barnum.