Which Way Is Up?

Three times the Richard Pryor. Three times the laughs.

⭐ 6.0 /10 34 votes

November 4, 1977 1h 34m Released

Comedy

Storyline

Orange picker Leroy Jones inadvertently becomes a union leader and is forced out of town, leaving behind his sex-obsessed father, Rufus, and timid spouse, Annie Mae. He heads for Los Angeles, where he falls for union organizer Vanetta. Annie Mae seeks solace from local preacher Lenox Thomas, who eventually impregnates her. When Leroy catches wind, he heads home for a showdown with Lenox.

Key Information

                                        Director
                                        Michael Schultz
                                    

                                        Writers
                                        Cecil Brown, Lina Wertmüller
                                    

                                    Studio
                                    Universal Pictures
                                

                                    Rating
                                    6.0/10
                                

                                    Language
                                    EN
                                

                                    Budget
                                    $3,200,000
                                

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Cast & Crew

Richard Pryor

Leroy Jones / Rufus Jones / Rev. Lenox Thomas

Lonette McKee

Vanetta

Margaret Avery

Annie Mae

Morgan Woodward

Mr. Mann

Marilyn Coleman

Sister Sarah Thomas

Joe Turkel

Harry Boatwright

Kathy Cronkite

Photographer

Diane Rodriguez

Estrella Reyes

Ernesto Hernández

Jose Reyes

Gloria Edwards

Janelle

Bebe Drake

Thelma

DeWayne Jessie

Sugar

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Which Way Is Up? released?

Which Way Is Up? was released on November 4, 1977.

How long is Which Way Is Up??

The runtime of Which Way Is Up? is 1h 34m.

What genre is Which Way Is Up??

Which Way Is Up? is a Comedy movie.

What is the rating of Which Way Is Up??

Which Way Is Up? has a rating of 6.0 out of 10 on TMDB.

Where can I watch Which Way Is Up??

Which Way Is Up? is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.

Who directed Which Way Is Up??

Which Way Is Up? was directed by Michael Schultz.

Who stars in Which Way Is Up??

The main cast of Which Way Is Up? includes Richard Pryor, Lonette McKee, Margaret Avery.

What language is Which Way Is Up? in?

Which Way Is Up? is originally in English.