The Sit-In: Harry Belafonte Hosts The Tonight Show
14+
QC: 13+
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In early 1968, as riots rock American cities and the Vietnam War escalates, the legendary entertainer and activist Harry Belafonte takes over "The Tonight Show" for one week. With a guest list that includes Bobby Kennedy, Aretha Franklin, Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Sidney Poitier, Belafonte introduces a fractured, changing country to itself for five historic nights.
Documentary
Languages
English (Original)
Maturity Rating
14+
QC: 13+
Director
Yoruba Richen
Producers
Yoruba Richen
Valerie Thomas
Joan Walsh
Peter Saraf
Leah Holzer
Cast
Harry Belafonte
Whoopi Goldberg
Gina Belafonte
Johnny Carson
Leon Bibb
Taylor Branch
Bill Carter
Petula Clark
Tamron Hall
Martin Luther King
Norman Lear
Wesley Morris
Paul Newman
Freda Payne
Writer
Yoruba Richen
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The Sit-In: Harry Belafonte Hosts The Tonight Show
The Sit-In: Harry Belafonte Hosts The Tonight Show
In early 1968 the legendary entertainer and activist Harry Belafonte takes over "The Tonight Show" for one week.