Cast: Mabel King
Top movies, series, and documentaries starring Mabel King. Uncover the most acclaimed works, loved by fans and praised by critics.
Titles found: 9
The Jerk
1979 · Movie · 94 min. · United States
Direction Carl Reiner
Cast Steve Martin · Bernadette Peters · Catlin Adams · Mabel King
Synopsis The Jerk (1979) follows the misadventures of Navin Johnson, a man of limited intellect who was raised by a family of black sharecroppers and was unaware of his adoption until his birthday. Upon learning the truth, Navin embarks on a...
6.0
728 votes
6.0
728 votes
The Sitter (Amazing Stories) (TV)
1986 · Movie · 25 min. · United States
Direction Joan Darling
Cast Mabel King · Seth Green · Joshua Rudoy · Wendy Phillips
Synopsis The Sitter (Amazing Stories) (TV) (1986) follows the tale of a Jamaican caregiver who employs voodoo to manage a pair of troublesome, restless boys. The story unfolds as the caregiver uses her unique skills to bring order and calm to...
5.1
318 votes
5.1
318 votes
The Wiz
1978 · Movie · 138 min. · United States
Direction Sidney Lumet
Cast Diana Ross · Michael Jackson · Nipsey Russell · Ted Ross
Synopsis The Wiz (1978) presents a unique twist on the classic tale, with Dorothy as a 24-year-old kindergarten teacher from Manhattan. A powerful snowstorm transports her to the enigmatic Land of Oz, a vast, deteriorating, and perilous metropolis that mirrors the...
4.8
518 votes
4.8
518 votes
What's Happening!! (TV Series)
1976 · Series · 24 min. · United States
Direction Mark Warren · Lee Bernhardi · Dick Harwood · Hal Alexander
Cast Ernest Thomas · Haywood Nelson · Danielle Spencer · Fred Berry
Synopsis What's Happening!! (TV Series) (1976) is a beloved sitcom that aired from 1976 to 1979, spanning three seasons and 65 episodes. The show follows the lives of three young African American friends as they navigate the complexities of adolescence in...
—
Not rated
—
Not rated
Dead Men Don't Die
1990 · Movie · 94 min. · United States
Direction Malcolm Marmorstein
Cast Elliott Gould · Melissa Sue Anderson · Mark Moses · Philip Bruns
Synopsis Dead Men Don't Die (1990) follows the gripping tale of a journalist who is tragically killed while delving into a dangerous drug trafficking operation. However, fate takes an unusual turn when a cleaning lady, skilled in voodoo, resurrects him. With...
—
Not rated
—
Not rated
Scott Joplin
1977 · Movie · 96 min. · United States
Direction Jeremy Kagan
Cast Billy Dee Williams · Clifton Davis · Margaret Avery · Eubie Blake
Synopsis Scott Joplin (1977) chronicles the journey of the legendary musician, highlighting his rise to prominence as the preeminent ragtime composer in history. The film delves into the pivotal moments and influences that shaped Joplin's career, showcasing his unparalleled talent and...
—
Not rated
—
Not rated
The Bingo Long Traveling All-Stars & Motor Kings
1976 · Movie · 110 min. · United States
Direction John Badham
Cast Billy Dee Williams · James Earl Jones · Richard Pryor · Rico Dawson
Synopsis The Bingo Long Traveling All-Stars & Motor Kings (1976) follows the journey of a dynamic Negro League pitcher, Bingo Long, who, weary of the oppressive conditions imposed by his team's owner, decides to hit the road. Accompanied by a lively...
—
Not rated
—
Not rated
The Gong Show Movie
1980 · Movie · 89 min. · United States
Direction Chuck Barris
Cast Robin Altman · Chuck Barris · Brian O'Mullin · Jack Bernardi
Synopsis The Gong Show Movie (1980) delves into the chaotic and entertaining week in the life of Chuck Barris, the host and creator of the iconic television show. Throughout the film, Barris navigates a whirlwind of eccentric contestants, high-pressure situations, and...
—
Not rated
—
Not rated
Don't Play Us Cheap
1972 · Movie · 99 min. · United States
Direction Melvin Van Peebles
Cast Thomas Anderson · Jay Van Leer · Robert Dunn · Mabel King
Synopsis Don't Play Us Cheap (1972) is a cinematic adaptation of Melvin Van Peebles' Broadway musical. The story revolves around a pair of mischievous devil-bats who transform into humans and infiltrate a lively house party in Harlem. Their mission is to...
—
Not rated
—
Not rated