The Last Black Man in San Francisco (2019)
Kernel Score: 77% · 351 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Drama
Released: 2019-06-07
Runtime: 121 minutes
Where to watch The Last Black Man in San Francisco
- Free with ads: YouTube Free, Plex
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Jimmie Fails dreams of reclaiming the Victorian home his grandfather built in the heart of San Francisco. Joined on his quest by his best friend Mont, Jimmie searches for belonging in a rapidly changing city that seems to have left them behind.
The Last Black Man in San Francisco parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that this R-rated drama about gentrification and lost belonging in San Francisco is a mature character study with adult themes.
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
Joe Talbot
Cast
- Jimmie Fails as Jimmie Fails
- Jonathan Majors as Montgomery Allen
- Rob Morgan as James Sr.
- Tichina Arnold as Wanda Fails
- Mike Epps as Bobby
- Finn Wittrock as Clayton
- Danny Glover as Grandpa Allen
- Willie Hen as Preacher
- Jamal Trulove as Kofi
- Antoine Redus as Nitty
The Last Black Man in San Francisco FAQ
Is The Last Black Man in San Francisco good?
The Last Black Man in San Francisco has a 77% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 351 audience ratings.
Where can I watch The Last Black Man in San Francisco?
In the US you can watch it free with ads on YouTube Free and Plex and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is The Last Black Man in San Francisco OK for kids?
The Last Black Man in San Francisco is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that this R-rated drama about gentrification and lost belonging in San Francisco is a mature character study with adult themes.
What movies are like The Last Black Man in San Francisco?
If you liked The Last Black Man in San Francisco, try Beautiful Boy, Lords of Dogtown, House of Sand and Fog and Charm City Kings.