Paradise in Harlem (1939)

Between swing and blues musical numbers, the story of comedian Lem Anderson, whose long-awaited chance to act dramatically vanishes when he witnesses a mob killing and is forced to leave town. Lem becomes a wanderer, then an alcoholic. Finally a chance to play Othello draws him back to Harlem. Is it too late for Ned? Or too soon to suit Rough Jackson's mobsters? Melodramatic events lead to an unusual conclusion.

Paradise in Harlem is a comedy movie featuring Mamie Smith and directed by Joseph Seiden.

Paradise in Harlem is currently streaming for free (ad-supported) on Plex, Plex Player and Tubi TV and it's also available on Amazon Prime Video, FlixFling, IndieFlix, MGM Plus Amazon Channel, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel, Paramount Plus Apple TV Channel and fuboTV.

It is also possible to buy Paradise in Harlem on Amazon Video and FlixFling.