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Five on the Black Hand Side

7.219731h 36mMovieComedy

Leonard Jackson plays a barber who is also the domineering head of a middle-class African American family. Jackson is forced to rethink his values when his previously docile wife (Clarice Taylor) joins their three children in rebelling against her husband's retrogressive behavior.

DirectorOscar Williams
WriterCharlie L. Russell
ProducersBrock Peters·Michael Tolan

Where to watch

Not available in Philippines
Streaming in 7 other countries

Five on the Black Hand Side isn't on any streaming service in Philippines right now, but it's available in Australia, Canada, France, Ireland and 3 more. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by Oscar Williams

CTClarice Taylor
Clarice Taylor
Mrs. Brooks
LJLeonard Jackson
Leonard Jackson
Mr. Brooks
VCVirginia Capers
Virginia Capers
Ruby
GTGlynn Turman
Glynn Turman
Gideon
DWDick Anthony Williams
Dick Anthony Williams
Preston
CFCarl Franklin
Carl Franklin
Marvin
JDJa'net DuBois
Ja'net DuBois
Stormy Monday
DMD'Urville Martin
D'Urville Martin
Booker T.
GCGodfrey Cambridge
Godfrey Cambridge
Godfrey Cambridge
SG
Sonny Jim Gaines
Sweetmeat
BB
Bonnie Banfield
Gail
FC
Frankie Crocker
Rolls Royce

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Five on the Black Hand Side — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Five on the Black Hand Side?

Five on the Black Hand Side isn't on any streaming service in Philippines yet, but it's available in Australia, Canada and France and other countries. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is Five on the Black Hand Side on Netflix?

No, Five on the Black Hand Side is not on Netflix in Philippines as of November 2026.

Is Five on the Black Hand Side on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Five on the Black Hand Side isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Philippines right now.

Where can I watch Five on the Black Hand Side for free?

Five on the Black Hand Side isn't streaming in Philippines yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.