Hoodlum (1997)
Hoodlum is a 1997 crime movie directed by Bill Duke, with a running time of 2h 10m. It stars Laurence Fishburne, Tim Roth and Vanessa Williams.
In 1934, the second most lucrative business in New York City was running 'the numbers'. When Madam Queen, the powerful woman who runs the scam in Harlem, is arrested, Ellsworth 'Bumpy' Johnson takes over the business and must resist an invasion from a merciless mobster.
Quick answers
What is Hoodlum about?
In 1934, the second most lucrative business in New York City was running 'the numbers'. When Madam Queen, the powerful woman who runs the scam in Harlem, is arrested, Ellsworth 'Bumpy' Johnson takes over the business and must resist an invasion from a merciless mobster.
When was Hoodlum released?
Hoodlum was released on 27 August 1997.
How long is Hoodlum?
Hoodlum runs 2h 10m.
Who made Hoodlum?
Hoodlum was directed by Bill Duke.
Where can I watch Hoodlum?
Hoodlum is available on MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo, fuboTV, Plex and The Roku Channel.
Where to watch Hoodlum
Stream: MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo, fuboTV
Watch free with ads: Plex, The Roku Channel, Tubi TV, VIX , YouTube Free
Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, YouTube
Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, YouTube
Cast
- Laurence Fishburne as Bumpy Johnson
- Tim Roth as Dutch Schultz
- Vanessa Williams as Francine Hughes
- Andy Garcia as Lucky Luciano
- Cicely Tyson as Stephanie St. Clair
- Chi McBride as Illinois Gordon
- Clarence Williams III as Bub Hewlett
- Richard Bradford as Captain Foley
- William Atherton as Thomas E. Dewey
- Loretta Devine as Pigfoot Mary
- Queen Latifah as Sulie
- Mike Starr as Albert Salke
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