Cast: Mabel King

Top movies, series, and documentaries starring Mabel King. Uncover the most acclaimed works, loved by fans and praised by critics.


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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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