The ideal comedy for any night is Uptown Saturday Night, a breezy joy pairing Sidney Poitier (who also directs) and Bill Cosby as pals out to recover a stolen wallet and the winning lottery ticket it holds. Henry Belafonte, Richard Pryor and Flip Wilson are also in this “fast, funny immensely likable film” (Chicago Daily News). It’s Poitier and Cosby again in A Piece of the Action, portraying wily crooks who rip off the rip-off artists exploiting the poor. James Earl Jones is the c (more…)
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August 8th, 2009 at 17:16
4.0 out of 5 stars
classic comedy
This is a double header of two classic Bill Cosby/Sidney Poitier movies. The actors are crooks that are forced to go good, much to their worse nature.
August 8th, 2009 at 17:16
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great family entertainment for my family older family membersit
It brought back memories of days long ago for my older family members and we all enjoyed viewing these two movies.
August 8th, 2009 at 17:16
4.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent Bu7
This is an excellent buy for entertainment. 2 sided DVD. Bill Cosby and Sidney Poitier are great.
August 8th, 2009 at 17:16
5.0 out of 5 stars
G-r-r-reat!!! Movie with All- Star Cast!!!
Sidney Poiter & Bill Cosby Are at there best . One Of 3 movies they made together. Check Out ” Let’s Do it Again with Jimmie Walker to make your collection complete!!
August 8th, 2009 at 17:16
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great Movie from the 70’s.
My husband loves old movies from the 70’s. We have this movie on VHS and wanted to purchase it on DVD Amazon was the best place to make our purchase.
August 8th, 2009 at 17:16
5.0 out of 5 stars
My new favorite movie
I just finished watching ‘A Piece of the Action’ and I have to admit that this film is now my all-time favorite. Both Sidney and Bill are outstanding.
August 8th, 2009 at 17:16
4.0 out of 5 stars
I Laughed Hard … There’s No Better Recommendation For A Comedy
There are a handful of scenes in ‘Uptown Saturday Night’ that had me laughing almost uncontrollably.
August 8th, 2009 at 17:16
5.0 out of 5 stars
Hilarious! Full of warmth….
Both movies are still relevant, and truly funny! These two make wonderful comedy together! Worth every penny….
August 8th, 2009 at 17:16
5.0 out of 5 stars
Must see!! And buy
I brought this video for my husband, he has watched it more than 10 times . Movie an a+++ on both sides, good buy also.
August 8th, 2009 at 17:16
5.0 out of 5 stars
I love it!
These are some of my most favorite movies.I have them on VHS but some of my old VHS don’t play well anymore. Thanks.