Black Dynamite (2009)
Kernel Score: 77% · 686 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Comedy, Action
Released: 2009-10-16
Runtime: 85 minutes
Where to watch Black Dynamite
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
This is the story of 1970s African-American action legend Black Dynamite. The Man killed his brother, pumped heroin into local orphanages, and flooded the ghetto with adulterated malt liquor. Black Dynamite was the one hero willing to fight The Man all the way from the blood-soaked city streets to the hallowed halls of the Honky House.
Black Dynamite parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that Black Dynamite is an R-rated blaxploitation spoof-action comedy with exaggerated violence and drug references played for laughs.
- Violence & scariness: Moderate — Features exaggerated, comedic action violence in the blaxploitation-spoof style.
- Language: Moderate — Expected strong, era-appropriate profanity consistent with its R rating and genre spoof.
- Drinking, drugs & smoking: Moderate — Plot involves heroin trafficking and malt liquor, referenced satirically as part of the spoof.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official R rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Scott Sanders
Cast
- Michael Jai White as Black Dynamite
- Arsenio Hall as Tasty Freeze
- Tommy Davidson as Cream Corn
- Kevin Chapman as O'Leary
- Richard Edson as Dino
- Bokeem Woodbine as Black Hand Jack
- Buddy Lewis as Gunsmoke
- Irwin Keyes as Henchman
- Miguel A. Núñez Jr. as Mo Bitches
- Nicole Ari Parker as Mahogany Black
Black Dynamite FAQ
Is Black Dynamite good?
Black Dynamite has a 77% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 686 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Black Dynamite?
In the US you can rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Black Dynamite OK for kids?
Black Dynamite is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that Black Dynamite is an R-rated blaxploitation spoof-action comedy with exaggerated violence and drug references played for laughs.
What movies are like Black Dynamite?
If you liked Black Dynamite, try Deadpool, Dolemite Is My Name, Violent Night and Officer Black Belt.