Godfather of Harlem

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Synopsis

A gangster named Bumpy Johnson makes his way in Harlem during the 1960s. A TV prequel to the 2007 film, ‘American Gangster’, which centered on the criminal enterprise of Frank Lucas.

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Seasons

SeasonYearEpisodesNetworkRating
1201910Hulu, MGM+ 8/10
2202110Hulu, MGM+9/10
3202310MGM+

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Top Cast

  • Forest Whitaker
  • Vincent D’Onofrio
  • Lucy Fry
  • Erik LaRay Harvey

Why It’s Good

Forest Whitaker plays the real-life Bumpy Johnson, the drug dealer that ruled Harlem in the mid 50s. He maintains a relationship with Malcom X as he rises to prominence. The cast is good, the storytelling is great, and it’s based on actual events.

— The Telly Report

Trailers

Season 1 Trailer
Season 2 Trailer
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4ZJEyh1kX8c
Season 3 Trailer

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