Godfather of Harlem (2019)
Kernel Score: 89% · 719 ratings
Genres: Drama, Crime
First aired: 2019-09-29
Seasons: 4 · 40 episodes
Where to watch Godfather of Harlem
- Stream: Hulu, Fubo, Philo, MGM+, Spectrum On Demand
- Free with ads: The Roku Channel
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, Fandango At Home
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Loosely based on infamous crime boss Bumpy Johnson, who in the early 1960s returned from ten years in prison to find the neighborhood he once ruled in shambles. With the streets controlled by the Italian mob, Bumpy attempts to regain his piece of Harlem.
Godfather of Harlem parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that Godfather of Harlem is a TV-MA crime drama about a real-life mobster reclaiming his Harlem territory.
- Violence & scariness: Strong — As a TV-MA organized-crime drama about a mob boss's return, it depicts violent criminal activity.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official TV-MA rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Cast
- Forest Whitaker as Ellsworth 'Bumpy' Johnson
- Erik LaRay Harvey as Delbert C. 'Del' Chance
- Ilfenesh Hadera as Mayme Johnson
- Antoinette Crowe-Legacy as Elise Johnson
- Lucy Fry as Stella Gigante
- Michael Raymond-James as Joe Colombo
Godfather of Harlem FAQ
Is Godfather of Harlem good?
Godfather of Harlem has an 89% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 719 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Godfather of Harlem?
In the US you can stream Godfather of Harlem on Hulu, Fubo, Philo, MGM+ and Spectrum On Demand, watch it free with ads on The Roku Channel and buy it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and Fandango At Home.
Is Godfather of Harlem OK for kids?
Godfather of Harlem is rated TV-MA. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that Godfather of Harlem is a TV-MA crime drama about a real-life mobster reclaiming his Harlem territory.
What shows are like Godfather of Harlem?
If you liked Godfather of Harlem, try BMF, The Penguin, Power Book II: Ghost and Power.