Richard Pryor

Richard Pryor

December 1, 1940 · 85 years old

Richard Franklin Lennox Thomas Pryor (December 1, 1940 – December 10, 2005) was an American stand-up comedian, actor, film director, social critic, satirist, writer, and MC. Pryor was known for uncompromising examinations of racism and topical contemporary issues, which employed colorful vulgaritie…

Known For

29 titles
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Lost Highway

Lost Highway

1997 · 2h 14m · Movie

Anonymous videotapes presage a musician's murder conviction, and a gangster's girlfriend leads a mechanic astray.

7.6
2
Blazing Saddles

Blazing Saddles

1974 · 1h 33m · Movie

In order to ruin a western town and steal their land, a corrupt politician appoints a black sheriff, who promptly becomes his most formidable adversary.

7.7
3
Superman III

Superman III

1983 · 2h 5m · Movie

Entrepreneur Ross Webster teams up with a computer genius in order to realise his own evil intentions. When Superman obstructs his plans, he decides to destroy him.

5.0
4
See No Evil, Hear No Evil

See No Evil, Hear No Evil

1989 · 1h 43m · Movie

Dave is deaf, and Wally is blind. They witness a murder, but it was Dave who was looking at her, and Wally who was listening.

6.8
5
Brewster's Millions

Brewster's Millions

1985 · 1h 42m · Movie

A minor-league baseball player must spend $30 million in 30 days in order to inherit $300 million. However, he's not allowed to own any assets, destroy the money, gift it, give it to charity, or tell anyone about the deal.

6.5
6
Stir Crazy

Stir Crazy

1980 · 1h 51m · Movie

Set up and wrongfully accused, two best friends are sent to prison for a crime they didn't commit. However, no prison cell can keep them locked in a cage.

6.7
7
Harlem Nights

Harlem Nights

1989 · 1h 56m · Movie

During the 1930s, a New York City illegal gambling house owner and his associates must deal with strong competition, gangsters, and corrupt cops in order to stay in business.

6.1
8
Silver Streak

Silver Streak

1976 · 1h 54m · Movie

On a long-distance train trip, a man finds romance--but also finds himself in danger of being killed, or at least pushed off the train.

6.9
9
The Wiz

The Wiz

1978 · 2h 14m · Movie

When Harlem schoolteacher Dorothy is miraculously whisked away to an urban fantasy land called Oz, she goes in search of the Wiz, a wizard who can help her get back to Manhattan, along with the Scarecrow, the Tin Man and the Cowar...

5.7
10
Blue Collar

Blue Collar

1978 · 1h 54m · Movie

When three automotive factory workers who're struggling financially try to steal from their own labor union, they discover corruption, and reluctantly decide to use this information for blackmail.

7.5
11
California Suite

California Suite

1978 · 1h 43m · Movie

Misadventures of four groups of guests at the Beverly Hills Hotel.

6.2
12
Moving

Moving

1988 · 1h 29m · Movie

Arlo accepts what seems to him to be a dream promotion to Idaho. He soon discovers, however, that moving has its own share of problems.

6.1
13
Richard Pryor: Live in Concert

Richard Pryor: Live in Concert

1979 · 1h 18m · Movie

Richard Pryor's classic 1979 concert film has him discussing a wide range of topics, including race, the police and his favorite target -- himself.

8.0
14
Another You

Another You

1991 · 1h 34m · Movie

A con-man takes advantage of the situation of a psychiatric out-patient being mistaken for a missing millionaire.

5.3
15
Richard Pryor: Live on the Sunset Strip

Richard Pryor: Live on the Sunset Strip

1982 · 1h 22m · Movie

Richard Pryor performs his stand-up comedy act on the Sunset Strip.

7.6
16
Critical Condition

Critical Condition

1987 · 1h 37m · Movie

Con man Kevin Lennihan, framed in a jewel smuggling, tries for an insanity plea, and is sent to a hospital for review, where he is confused for a doctor and takes over the hospital when a major storm hits.

5.3
17
Remembering Gene Wilder

Remembering Gene Wilder

2024 · 1h 32m · Movie

A special tribute documentary honoring Gene Wilder's life and career.

7.8
18
Richard Pryor... Here and Now

Richard Pryor... Here and Now

1983 · 1h 23m · Movie

Part live stand-up performance, part documentary, this film is one of comedian Richard Pryor's later stand-up performances. As foul-mouthed as ever, Pryor touches on most of the same topics as in his previous live shows.

7.2
19
Wholly Moses!

Wholly Moses!

1980 · 1h 43m · Movie

An all-star comedy cast hams it up in this hilarious Biblical spoof.

4.7
20
Wild in the Streets

Wild in the Streets

1968 · 1h 37m · Movie

A young man gains significant political influence as the leader of a counterculture rock band with his rallying cry of voting rights for teenagers.

5.9
21
Which Way Is Up?

Which Way Is Up?

1977 · 1h 34m · Movie

Orange picker Leroy Jones inadvertently becomes a union leader and is forced out of town, leaving behind his wife Annie Mae and his sexually-obsessed father Rufus.

6.2
22
Jo Jo Dancer, Your Life Is Calling

Jo Jo Dancer, Your Life Is Calling

1986 · 1h 37m · Movie

After severely burning himself in a drug incident, a comedian has a near death experience in which he reviews his life.

6.3
23
Some Kind of Hero

Some Kind of Hero

1982 · 1h 37m · Movie

A Vietnam veteran returns home as a hero, but is quickly forgotten and discovers the harsh realities of survival in his own country.

5.8
24
Richard Pryor: Omit the Logic

Richard Pryor: Omit the Logic

2013 · 1h 23m · Movie

The life and times of Richard Pryor.

7.3
25
In God We Trust (or Gimme That Prime Time Religion)

In God We Trust (or Gimme That Prime Time Religion)

1980 · 1h 37m · Movie

Raised in a Trappist monastery, the innocent Brother Ambrose sets out to find money to save the bankrupt monastery. His education in worldliness is provided by a hooker. He eventually petitions G. O. D. For the cash.

5.4
26
Wattstax

Wattstax

1973 · 1h 43m · Movie

Documentary covering a Stax Records-sponsored all-day concert at the 1972 Watts Summer Festival with performances by Stax Records artists such as Isaac Hayes, Rufus Thomas, The Staples Singers, and more.

7.6
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The Hall: Honoring the Greats of Stand-Up

The Hall: Honoring the Greats of Stand-Up

2022 · 1h 10m · Movie

Celebrating the greats in stand-up comedy field, a space for comedy lovers to come together.

6.4
28
Richard Pryor: Icon

Richard Pryor: Icon

2014 · 56m · Movie

Survey the profound and enduring influence of one of the greatest American comics of all time.

6.5
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Group Therapy

Group Therapy

2024 · 1h 26m · Movie

A witty exploration of mental health challenges through relatable conversations, striking a balance between depth and levity.

6.7