The Five Heartbeats
In the early 1960s, a quintet of hopeful, young African-American men form an amateur vocal group called The Five Heartbeats. After an initially rocky start, the group improves, turns pro, and rises to become a top flight music sensation. Along the way, however, the guys learn many hard lessons about the reality of the music industry.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: The Five Heartbeats
- Genres: Drama, Music
- Release Date: 1991-03-29
- Runtime: 121 minutes
- Rating: 7.37/10 (67 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: 20th Century Fox
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 1.0363
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Robert Townsend
as Duck
Michael Wright
as Eddie
Leon
as J.T.
Harry Lennix
as Dresser
Tico Wells
as Choirboy
Diahann Carroll
as Eleanor Potter
Harold Nicholas
as Sarge
John Canada Terrell
as Michael 'Flash' Turner
Chuck Patterson
as Jimmy Potter
Hawthorne James
as Big Red
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Trailers & Clips
The Five Heartbeats - Official Movie Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Five Heartbeats?▼
The Five Heartbeats is a Drama, Music movie directed by . It was released on 1991-03-29.
Who are the main actors in The Five Heartbeats?▼
The main cast includes Robert Townsend, Michael Wright, Leon, Harry Lennix, Tico Wells, .
Where can I watch The Five Heartbeats online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Five Heartbeats is available.
Is The Five Heartbeats based on a true story?▼
No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.
What is the IMDb rating of The Five Heartbeats?▼
The Five Heartbeats has an IMDb rating of 7.37/10 based on 67 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Five Heartbeats?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Five Heartbeats?▼
The soundtrack was composed by 20th Century Fox. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Five Heartbeats filmed?▼
The Five Heartbeats was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Five Heartbeats?▼
The total runtime of The Five Heartbeats is 121 minutes.
Is The Five Heartbeats suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Five Heartbeats?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Five Heartbeats.
Does The Five Heartbeats have a post-credit scene?▼
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