Super Fly 1972
“Never a dude like this one! He's got a plan to stick it to The Man!”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 91 minutes
- Director
- Gordon Parks Jr.
- Networks
- Superfly Ltd., Sig Shore Productions, Warner Bros. Pictures
- Where to Stream
- Philo
What is Super Fly?
Super Fly is a 1972 American blaxploitation crime drama film directed by Gordon Parks Jr. and starring Ron O'Neal as Youngblood Priest.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1972
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 91 minutes
- Release date
- Aug 4, 1972
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Superfly Ltd., Sig Shore Productions, Warner Bros. Pictures
- Budget
- $500,000
- Revenue
- $30,000,000
- Genres
- Crime, Drama, Action, Thriller
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At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.3/10 from 166 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~91 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Superfly Ltd., Sig Shore Productions, Warner Bros. Pictures
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Super Fly is a 1972 American blaxploitation crime drama film directed by Gordon Parks Jr. and starring Ron O'Neal as Youngblood Priest. The film was released in the United States on August 4, 1972, with a runtime of one hour and thirty-one minutes. The story follows Priest, an African American cocaine dealer and New York City drug kingpin, who is trying to quit the underworld drug business. Priest devises a scheme to get out of the business and retire with a big payday. However, his plans are complicated when a street dealer rats him out to the police. Additionally, his supplier will only sell him the amount he needs if he agrees to keep working in the business. The film encompasses the genres of crime, drama, action, and thriller, and carries an R rating.
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“A gripping exploration of crime and drama that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is Super Fly worth watching?
Super Fly holds a community rating of 6.3/10 based on 166 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Crime, Drama for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie Super Fly and when was it released?
Super Fly is a feature film with a runtime of 91 minutes. It was released in 1972. Release status: Released.
Who directed Super Fly?
Super Fly was directed by Gordon Parks Jr..
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