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Uptown Saturday Night
They get funny when you mess with their money.
Released
104 min
6.6/10 Votes: 2855
Two blue-collar buddies search the underworld for a winning lottery ticket lost in a nightclub holdup.
Lists that include Uptown Saturday Night
Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Which Way Is Up? List
- Uptown Saturday Night - Both films feature themes of hustle and the pursuit of wealth in a comedic setting.
- The Fish That Saved Pittsburgh - A blend of sports and comedy with an unconventional storyline similar to the absurdity found in 'Which Way Is Up?'.
- Let's Do It Again - Features a comedic plot about a scheme involving religious con artists, sharing similar themes of deception and humor.
- A Piece of the Action - Another film by Sidney Poitier that combines crime, comedy, and a heist theme.
- The Inkwell - Offers a nostalgic look at coming of age in the 1970s, combining humor and social themes.
- Car Wash - A comedic take on everyday life and the aspirations of a group of workers, with a strong social commentary.
- Bustin' Loose - Combines humor with a journey of self-discovery and the comedic interactions of a group.
- Harlem Nights - Mixes comedic elements with a crime storyline set in a historically rich community.
- Sweet Sweetback's Baadasssss Song - A cult classic that addresses serious themes through humor, connecting with the social critique element in 'Which Way Is Up?'.
- Do the Right Thing - A film that tackles social issues with a mix of humor, similar to the narrative style in 'Which Way Is Up?'.
- Coming to America - Features themes of identity and comedy while navigating social dynamics.
- School Daze - Explores college life with a mix of comedy and social themes, resonating with the humor found in 'Which Way Is Up?'.
- The Great White Hope - A dramatic comedy that sheds light on race relations with a blend of humor and seriousness.
- The Secret Life of Pets - Like 'Which Way Is Up?', it features animated characters navigating their lives with humor.
- The Upside - A comedic drama that explores friendship and overcoming life's challenges.
- How to Be a Player - A comedy centered around the dating scene, similar in its lighthearted and playful tone.
- Carmen Jones - Musical with themes of love and ambition within an African American context.
- What’s Happening!! - A TV series that captures humor in everyday situations in urban life.
- Good Times - Focuses on family and societal challenges with humor, similar in tone to elements of 'Which Way Is Up?'.
- In Living Color - A sketch comedy series that addresses social issues and cultural themes with humor.
- The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air - Combines family dynamics and humor with social commentary in an engaging way.
- Black-ish - A modern comedy series that discusses cultural identity and family life with humor.
- The Bernie Mac Show - Combines family and social themes with a comedic twist.
- Eve's Bayou - While more dramatic, it presents Southern culture with humor intertwined in some narratives.
- Pootie Tang - A comedic take on pop culture and social commentary reminiscent of humor styles in 'Which Way Is Up?'
- Friday - A comedic story about life in the neighborhood with humorous takes on serious issues.
- Malcolm X - While more serious, it provides social commentary on race similar to some themes in 'Which Way Is Up?'.
- Barbershop - Focuses on life in a community barbershop, combining humor with social commentary.
- Soul Food - A film that celebrates family and community while touching on serious issues with humor.
- The Nutty Professor - A comedic take on personal transformation with relatable themes.
- Fixation - Explores relationships with witty humor similar to the comedic tone of 'Which Way Is Up?'.
- The Last Dragon - A mix of martial arts and comedy, embracing the absurdity in character interactions.
- The Brothers - Focuses on friendship and romantic entanglements with humor and heart.
- The Wayans Bros. - A sitcom that mixes humor with family and social dynamics.
- Girls Trip - A comedic exploration of friendship and personal growth through laughter and challenges.
- Barbershop: The Next Cut - Features life lessons wrapped in humor within a community setting.
- Uncle Buck - Mix of family and comedy that emphasizes the absurdity of family relationships.
- The House Party - Comedic narrative centered around friendships and teenage life.
- Kevin Hart: Seriously Funny - Stand-up comedy that addresses cultural themes with humor similar to 'Which Way Is Up?'.
- Think Like a Man - Examines relationships with humor while addressing social dynamics.
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Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Dolemite List
- Super Fly - Features a similar blend of blaxploitation with a strong, charismatic lead.
- Foxy Brown - Stars Pam Grier and follows a strong revenge narrative, similar to Dolemite's tone.
- Shaft - Classic blaxploitation film that shares themes of street life and empowerment.
- Black Dynamite - A parody of 70s blaxploitation films, capturing the same humor and style.
- The Mack - Focuses on a pimp's rise and struggles, akin to Dolemite's story.
- Sweet Sweetback's Baadasssss Song - A groundbreaking blaxploitation film with a gritty narrative.
- Petey Wheatstraw - Features Rudy Ray Moore in another comedic, over-the-top role.
- The Human Tornado - A sequel to Dolemite featuring the same wild comedic style.
- Hell Up in Harlem - Continues the themes of crime and survival in a similar urban setting.
- Black Caesar - A story of power and betrayal, revolving around a strong central character.
- Cotton Comes to Harlem - Combines crime and humor in a 1970s setting similar to Dolemite.
- Uptown Saturday Night - An ensemble comedy with elements of crime and blaxploitation.
- The Last Dragon - Features a mix of martial arts and comedy, with a similar quirky vibe.
- American Pimp - A documentary style exploration of pimp culture with comedic undertones.
- Screwdriver - Combines humor with action in a gritty urban setting.
- The Bag Man - Mixes crime and dark comedy, evoking a similar feel to Dolemite.
- Lords of the Deep - Shares a campy creature-feature vibe alongside humorous moments.
- A Piece of the Action - Comedy that incorporates elements of crime and deception.
- Django Unchained - A modern take on revenge narratives with humor and style related to Dolemite.
- Survivor's Remorse - A series that combines humor with social commentary, relatable to Dolemite's themes.
- Black Snake Moan - Explores themes of redemption and unconventional relationships in a gritty setting.
- Get Shorty - A crime-comedy that satirizes Hollywood, sharing similar humor and storytelling.
- The Deuce - Explores the gritty underbelly of 1970s New York, similar thematic elements.
- Hustle & Flow - Focuses on the music and hustle within a community, akin to Dolemite's vibe.
- Bad Boys II - Mixed humor with action in an urban context, like the energy found in Dolemite.
- Afro Samurai - Combines action and humor in a unique stylization reminiscent of Dolemite.
- The Righteous Gemstones - A dark comedy that mixes religion with a crime family, capturing a similar tone.
- Oliver! - A musical in a gritty setting that captures whimsical yet serious themes.
- In Living Color - A sketch comedy show that explores themes of race and identity with similar humor.
- Empire - Focuses on a music and entertainment empire, dealing with crime and family.
- Wattstax - A documentary capturing the spirit of the blaxploitation era through music and culture.
- Soul Man - A comedy that addresses racial themes while maintaining a humorous outlook.
- Tales from the Hood - Combines horror with social commentary in a similar urban landscape.
- Rudy Ray Moore: The Legacy - A documentary showcasing the life and work of Rudy Ray Moore, echoing Dolemite's story.
- Bamboozled - A satirical take on race in media that captures the essence of blaxploitation.
- The Last Black Man in San Francisco - Explores themes of identity and culture in a comedic yet serious narrative.
- Uncle Drew - Comedy revolving around a basketball team with an over-the-top premise like Dolemite.
- Pootie Tang - A comedic take on a blaxploitation hero with quirky characters and humor.
- The Black Godfather - Focuses on a crime figure navigating the world with humor and grit.
- Chappelle's Show - Sketch comedy exploring race and culture with a similar edgy humor.
- Master of the Flying Guillotine - A cult classic that blends martial arts and humor in a unique way.
- Django - An early version of the Django legend; shares similar themes of revenge and justice.
- Black Monday - A comedic series that satirizes the 1980s Wall Street crash with a diverse cast.
- The Hustle - A contemporary comedy involving cons and swindles, sharing a lighthearted tone.
- White Boy Rick - Combines elements of crime and family in a gritty narrative.
- Good Times - A sitcom centered on an African American family facing life's challenges with humor.
- Blue Hill Avenue - Focuses on crime, family, and the urban experience, akin to Dolemite's themes.
Last updated: 2024-09-30 17:47:51
Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Cotton Comes to Harlem List
- Super Fly - Features a similar blend of crime and comedy within the urban landscape.
- Shaft - Classic blaxploitation film with a cool lead character and social commentary.
- Coffee - Follows a strong female lead in a gritty, urban crime setting.
- The Mack - Explores themes of hustling and survival in a similar urban context.
- Petey Wheatstraw - A mix of comedy and supernatural elements with an urban setting.
- Black Caesar - A crime drama with strong themes of power and revenge in the black community.
- Uptown Saturday Night - Comedy that features a caper plot set within the black community.
- Blaxploitation: A Film Review - Documentary examining the impact and significance of blaxploitation films.
- Dolemite - A blend of comedy and action in the world of crime and hustling.
- Straight Outta Compton - Explores historical moments in African American culture and crime.
- Black Dynamite - A parody of the blaxploitation genre with humor and social commentary.
- Foxy Brown - Another strong female lead dealing with crime in urban settings.
- American Gangster - Crime drama with themes of power, drugs, and urban life.
- New Jack City - Focus on drug trafficking and crime with a deep cultural backdrop.
- Sweet Sweetback's Baadasssss Song - Pioneering blaxploitation film with social and political themes.
- Boyz n the Hood - Urban drama exploring similar themes of race and socio-economic struggles.
- Training Day - Crime drama with morally ambiguous characters in urban settings.
- Paid in Full - Crime drama set in the drug trade with strong cultural elements.
- The Wire - Deeply explores crime and socio-economic issues in an urban environment.
- Empire - Focuses on crime and drama within the music industry and urban life.
- Belly - Mixes crime and hip-hop culture, focusing on the struggles of life on the streets.
- Set It Off - Features strong female leads in a crime drama context.
- Juice - Explores themes of friendship and crime in an urban setting.
- Dead Presidents - Follows war veterans navigating crime and survival in inner cities.
- City of God - Crime drama focused on the lives of residents in a violent urban community.
- Menace II Society - Explores the harsh realities of life in a troubled urban environment.
- Crash - Eventful and multilayered storytelling focused on race and social issues.
- The Night Of - Crime drama series exploring legal and cultural themes in urban life.
- American Crime - Anthology of crime stories focusing on social issues and cultural conflicts.
- O.G. - Explores themes of crime and redemption within a prison setting.
- Snowfall - Set in the 1980s, focusing on the crack epidemic and its effects.
- Showtime - A comedic take on crime featuring a blend of action and humor.
- The Injustice Files - Explores crimes and injustices in the judicial system within urban areas.
- The First 48 - Real-life crime documentary series focused on investigations in urban settings.
- Justified - Crime drama with a strong lead character navigating moral ambiguity.
- Sherman's Showcase - A mix of comedy, music, and cultural commentary that resonates with urban life.
- Brooklyn Nine-Nine - Comedy series about detectives in a city, giving a light-hearted take on crime.
- Power - Explores crime and business within an urban setting with a thrilling storyline.
Last updated: 2024-10-02 11:18:09
