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Uptight

Uptight

A man on the run. A life at stake. A people about to explode.

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.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Uptight
  • Genres: Drama, Thriller
  • Release Date: 1968-12-28
  • Runtime: 104 minutes
  • Rating: 6.6/10 (15 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Marlukin
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.7121
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Julian Mayfield

Julian Mayfield

as Tank Williams

Raymond St. Jacques

Raymond St. Jacques

as B.G.

Ruby Dee

Ruby Dee

as Laurie

Frank Silvera

Frank Silvera

as Kyle

Roscoe Lee Browne

Roscoe Lee Browne

as Clarence

Janet MacLachlan

Janet MacLachlan

as Jeannie

Max Julien

Max Julien

as Johnny Wells

Juanita Moore

Juanita Moore

as Mama Wells

Dick Anthony Williams

Dick Anthony Williams

as Corbin

Michael Baseleon

Michael Baseleon

as Teddy

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Keywords

based on novel or bookbetrayalblaxploitation cinemarewardmodern day adaptationblack militantbetrayal by friendrevenge killing1960sdeath of best frienddrunkardmonetary rewardpolice informantcivil rights movementblack powercleveland, ohiomartin luther king assassinationafrican american community

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Uptight?

Uptight is a Drama, Thriller movie directed by . It was released on 1968-12-28.

Who are the main actors in Uptight?

The main cast includes Julian Mayfield, Raymond St. Jacques, Ruby Dee, Frank Silvera, Roscoe Lee Browne, .

Where can I watch Uptight online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Uptight is available.

Is Uptight based on a true story?

A man on the run. A life at stake. A people about to explode.

What is the IMDb rating of Uptight?

Uptight has an IMDb rating of 6.6/10 based on 15 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Uptight?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Uptight?

The soundtrack was composed by Marlukin. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Uptight filmed?

Uptight was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Uptight?

The total runtime of Uptight is 104 minutes.

Is Uptight suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Uptight?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Uptight.

Does Uptight have a post-credit scene?

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