

Black Joy
1977, English. Directed by Anthony Simmons.
Life is for living...
An innocent and unsophisticated Guyanese immigrant is exposed to the hustlin' way of life in the Brixton ghetto.
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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- Released
- 6 November 1977
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- Jamal Ali, Anthony Simmons
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What Black Joy is based on
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How long is Black Joy?
Black Joy runs 97 minutes (1h 37m).
Does Black Joy have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Black Joy. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Black Joy parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Black Joy is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Black Joy on?
Black Joy isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 6 November 1977. (Checked 8 November 2026.)
What movies are like Black Joy?
If you liked Black Joy, try SubUrbia, Don't Think Twice, Hooking Up.
Who directed Black Joy?
Black Joy (1977) was directed by Anthony Simmons and stars Norman Beaton, Trevor Thomas, Floella Benjamin.
What is Black Joy based on?
Black Joy is adapted from a play or musical.