The Five Heartbeats

In the early 1960s, a quintet of hopeful, young African-American men form an amateur vocal group called The Five Heartbeats. After an initially rocky start, the group improves, turns pro, and rises to become a top flight music sensation. Along the way, however, the guys learn many hard lessons about the reality of the music industry.

Release Status

Released

Genres

Drama, Music

Director

Robert Townsend

Original Language

EN

What is The Five Heartbeats about?

In the early 1960s, a quintet of hopeful, young African-American men form an amateur vocal group called The Five Heartbeats. After an initially rocky start, the group improves, turns pro, and rises to become a top flight music sensation. Along the way, however, the guys learn many hard lessons about the reality of the music industry.

Who directed The Five Heartbeats?

The Five Heartbeats was directed by Robert Townsend.

When was The Five Heartbeats released?

The Five Heartbeats was released on March 29, 1991.

How long is The Five Heartbeats?

The Five Heartbeats has a runtime of 2h 1m.

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