Uptight(1968)
A man on the run. A life at stake. A people about to explode.
Synopsis
Set against the backdrop of a community mourning the recent MLK assassination, Black militants building up an arsenal of weapons in preparation for a race war are betrayed by one of their own.
Directed by Jules Dassin
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Cast
Julian Mayfield
Tank Williams
Raymond St. Jacques
B.G.
Ruby Dee
Laurie
Frank Silvera
Kyle
Roscoe Lee Browne
Clarence
Janet MacLachlan
Jeannie
Max Julien
Johnny Wells
Juanita Moore
Mama Wells
Dick Anthony Williams
Corbin
Michael Baseleon
Teddy
John Wesley
Larry
Ji-Tu Cumbuka
Rick
Ketty Lester
Alma
Robert DoQui
Street Speaker
James McEachin
Mello
Kirk Kirksey
L. Errol Jaye
Isabel Cooley
Uptight — frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Uptight?+
Uptight is available to stream on Shout! Factory Amazon Channel, Fawesome, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country and changes over time.
When did Uptight come out?+
Uptight was released in 1968.
How long is Uptight?+
Uptight runs for 104 minutes (1 hour and 44 minutes).
Who directed Uptight?+
Uptight was directed by Jules Dassin.
Who stars in Uptight?+
Uptight stars Julian Mayfield, Raymond St. Jacques, Ruby Dee, Frank Silvera and Roscoe Lee Browne.
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