Robert Townsend Movies

  • 2022
    Ms. Pat: Y'all Wanna Hear Something Crazy?

    Ms. Pat: Y'all Wanna Hear Something Crazy?

    Ms. Pat: Y'all Wanna Hear Something Crazy?

    5.82022HD

    Ms. Pat finds laughter in the absurdities of parenting, pet lovers and very unfortunate lip trends as she unpacks a painful past with humor and...

    Ms. Pat: Y'all Wanna Hear Something Crazy?
  • 1975
    Mahogany

    Mahogany

    Mahogany

    5.91975HD

    An aspiring designer from the slums of Chicago puts herself through fashion school in the hopes of becoming one of the world's top designers. Her...

    Mahogany
  • 1980
    Willie & Phil

    Willie & Phil

    Willie & Phil

    4.61980HD

    Life imitates art when two Manhattanites — pompous teacher Willie and quiet photographer Phil — become friends after a thought-provoking...

    Willie & Phil
  • 2008
    Phantom Punch

    Phantom Punch

    Phantom Punch

    5.32008HD

    From his discovery by a priest while serving time at the Missouri State Penitentiary to the infamous 'Phantom Punch' by Cassius Clay which...

    Phantom Punch
  • 1999
    Jackie's Back!

    Jackie's Back!

    Jackie's Back!

    6.91999HD

    A British documentarian profiles washed-up diva Jackie Washington as she prepares for her comeback concert.

    Jackie's Back!
  • 1999
    Love Songs

    Love Songs

    Love Songs

    8.71999HD

    Louis Gossett, Jr, Robert Townsend and Andre Braugher come together to each direct a short story, all of which are interconnected through themes of...

    Love Songs
  • 1989
    That's Adequate

    That's Adequate

    That's Adequate

    4.11989HD

    This mockumentary about fictional movie studio Adequate Pictures boasts an interesting cast. Tony Randall hosts, and James CoCo (practically on his...

    That's Adequate
  • 2002
    I Was a Teenage Faust

    I Was a Teenage Faust

    I Was a Teenage Faust

    6.72002HD

    15 year old Brendan Willy hates himself for being un-cool when he falls in love with the girl of his dreams. Enter Mr. Five, a no good tempter from...

    I Was a Teenage Faust
  • 2009
    Why We Laugh: Black Comedians on Black Comedy

    Why We Laugh: Black Comedians on Black Comedy

    Why We Laugh: Black Comedians on Black Comedy

    82009HD

    Directors Robert Townsend and Quincy Newell offer this comprehensive and hilarious examination of the history, evolution and cultural significance of...

    Why We Laugh: Black Comedians on Black Comedy
  • 2012
    In the Hive

    In the Hive

    In the Hive

    52012HD

    Sixteen-year-old Xtra Keys hopes to raise his son better than his boozy, razor-edged mother raised him, and he just might get his wish when he's...

    In the Hive
  • 2009
    Diary of a Single Mom

    Diary of a Single Mom

    Diary of a Single Mom

    42009HD

    Ocean a 27-year-old highly-motivated mother has found her calling in managing a neighborhood apartment building along with the residents and the...

    Diary of a Single Mom
  • 1994
    The Legend of Dolemite! Bigger & Badder

    The Legend of Dolemite! Bigger & Badder

    The Legend of Dolemite! Bigger & Badder

    71994HD

    Rudy Ray Moore tells all as only he can in this all-new retrospective legendary career. From his humble beginnings to his crowning as "King of the...

    The Legend of Dolemite! Bigger & Badder
  • 1988
    Robert Townsend: Partners in Crime: Vol. 2

    Robert Townsend: Partners in Crime: Vol. 2

    Robert Townsend: Partners in Crime: Vol. 2

    01988HD

    Director Robert Townsend (Hollywood Shuffle) knows how to construct and, when necessary, even milk a laugh for optimal effect. This second riotous...

    Robert Townsend: Partners in Crime: Vol. 2
  • 1988
    Nelson Mandela 70th Birthday Tribute

    Nelson Mandela 70th Birthday Tribute

    Nelson Mandela 70th Birthday Tribute

    6.51988HD

    Wembley Stadium hosts a concert featuring stars from the fields of music, comedy and film, in celebration of the 70th birthday of imprisoned ANC...

    Nelson Mandela 70th Birthday Tribute
  • 1991
    A Party For Richard Pryor

    A Party For Richard Pryor

    A Party For Richard Pryor

    8.31991HD

    Legendary comedian Richard Pryor's friends and admirers host a tributary party in his honor during which clips from his movies, shows and stand ups...

    A Party For Richard Pryor
  • 2002
    10,000 Black Men Named George

    10,000 Black Men Named George

    10,000 Black Men Named George

    3.92002HD

    In the 1920s, the rights of American workers to join a labor union was still considered an open question, and African-Americans were routinely denied...

    10,000 Black Men Named George
  • 2003
    Richard Pryor: I Ain't Dead Yet, #*%$#@!!

    Richard Pryor: I Ain't Dead Yet, #*%$#@!!

    Richard Pryor: I Ain't Dead Yet, #*%$#@!!

    7.72003HD

    This documentary praises comedian Richard Pryor by showing fragments of various shows Pryor made and having famous comedians talk about the...

    Richard Pryor: I Ain't Dead Yet, #*%$#@!!
  • 1982
    In Love with an Older Woman

    In Love with an Older Woman

    In Love with an Older Woman

    61982HD

    Robert (John Ritter) is a lawyer who takes more than professional interest in the new investigator hired by his firm, Isobel (Karen Carlson). As the...

    In Love with an Older Woman
  • 1986
    Rodney Dangerfield: It's Not Easy Bein' Me

    Rodney Dangerfield: It's Not Easy Bein' Me

    Rodney Dangerfield: It's Not Easy Bein' Me

    7.91986HD

    Rodney Dangerfield hosted this HBO special which includes fantastic performances by some of the best new talent of 1986. Comedians include Jeff...

    Rodney Dangerfield: It's Not Easy Bein' Me
  • 2000
    Livin' for Love: The Natalie Cole Story

    Livin' for Love: The Natalie Cole Story

    Livin' for Love: The Natalie Cole Story

    7.62000HD

    The true life story of famed singer Natalie Cole, daughter of Nat 'King' Cole. Gripping drama of her struggle with addiction and living in her...

    Livin' for Love: The Natalie Cole Story