Which Way Is Up?

(1977)Directed by Michael Schultz94 min · RComedy
Three times the Richard Pryor. Three times the laughs.

Orange picker Leroy Jones inadvertently becomes a union leader and is forced out of town, leaving behind his sex-obsessed father, Rufus, and timid spouse, Annie Mae. He heads for Los Angeles, where he falls for union organizer Vanetta. Annie Mae seeks solace from local preacher Lenox Thomas, who eventually impregnates her. When Leroy catches wind, he heads home for a showdown with Lenox.

Richard Pryoras Leroy Jones / Rufus Jones / Rev. Lenox Thomas
Lonette McKeeas Vanetta
Margaret Averyas Annie Mae
Morgan Woodwardas Mr. Mann
Marilyn Colemanas Sister Sarah Thomas
Joe Turkelas Harry Boatwright
Kathy Cronkiteas Photographer
DRDiane Rodriguezas Estrella Reyes
Ernesto Hernándezas Jose Reyes
Gloria Edwardsas Janelle
Bebe Drakeas Thelma
Dolph Sweetas The Boss
Tim Thomersonas Tour Guide
DVDaniel Valdezas Chuy Estrada
Luis Valdezas Ramon Juarez
Marc Alaimoas Frankie
Victor Argoas Angel
Tanya Lynne Leeas Althea
Paul Mooneyas Inspector Caine
Korla Panditas The Hindu
Hank Wordenas The Flunky