A Piece of the Action (1977)

Name: A Piece of the Action
Genre: Comedy, Crime
Released: 1977
Duration: 135 min
Rating: 5.7
Cast: Sidney Poitier, Bill Cosby, James Earl Jones, Denise Nicholas, Hope Clarke

2h 15m United States of America

Comedy Crime

Plot

Retired cop Joshua Burke, portrayed by James Earl Jones, faces a unique challenge: reforming two seasoned crooks, Manny Durrell (Sidney Poitier) and Dave Anderson (Bill Cosby). Instead of traditional methods, Burke resorts to a clever tactic—blackmailing them with secrets from their shady histories. Tasked with mentoring troubled youth, the unlikely trio navigates the complexities of redemption and responsibility. As Burke pushes them toward a better path, humor and unexpected camaraderie emerge, leading to a journey filled with both challenges and heartwarming moments.

Cast

Sidney Poitier Bill Cosby James Earl Jones Denise Nicholas Hope Clarke Tracy Reed Ja'net DuBois Sheryl Lee Ralph Titos Vandis Frances Foster Jason Evers Marc Lawrence Ernest Lee Thomas Eric Laneuville Estelle Evans