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The Black Network

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1936-04-04
20m
English
Released
Warner Bros. Pictures

About

The owner of a shoe polish company sponsors a radio show that showcases black performers. Since his wife's father put up the money to be the sponsor, she insists on singing on the show. She goes on after the main star, singer Nina Mae McKinney. The wife sings so badly that the sponsor's customers abandon him. He is forced to shine shoes on street corners, while Nina Mae and her boyfriend win a bet on a daily number and end up on easy street.

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About The Black Network

The owner of a shoe polish company sponsors a radio show that showcases black performers. Since his wife's father put up the money to be the sponsor, she insists on singing on the show. She goes on after the main star, singer Nina Mae McKinney. The wife sings so badly that the sponsor's customers abandon him. He is forced to shine shoes on street corners, while Nina Mae and her boyfriend win a bet on a daily number and end up on easy street. Running 20 minutes.

The Black Network Cast and Characters

The cast features Nina Mae McKinney (as Nina Mae - Radio Singer), Emmett 'Babe' Wallace (as Babe), Amanda Randolph (as Mezzanine Johnson), Bill 'Basement' Brown (as Brutus Johnson), and Fayard Nicholas (as Dancer (uncredited)). Their performances are a major reason The Black Network has built such a passionate audience.

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The Black Network runs for 20 minutes (about 0.3 hour).

Is The Black Network good? What's the rating?

The Black Network holds a 6.3/10 rating based on 4 reviews — a solid pick if the genre interests you.

Who is in the cast of The Black Network?

The main cast includes Nina Mae McKinney, Emmett 'Babe' Wallace, Amanda Randolph, and Bill 'Basement' Brown, plus a strong supporting ensemble.

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When was The Black Network released?

The Black Network was released in 1936.

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Where can I watch The Black Network for free?

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What is The Black Network about?

The Black Network is a Music English-language film. The owner of a shoe polish company sponsors a radio show that showcases black performers. Since his wife's father put up the money to be the sponsor, she insists on singing on the show. She goes on after the main star, singer Nina Mae McKinney. The wife sings so badly that the sponsor's customers abandon him. He is forced to shine shoes on street corners, while Nina Mae and her boyfriend win a bet on a daily number and end up on easy street.

When was The Black Network released?

The Black Network was released on April 4, 1936. It has a runtime of 20m. The film was produced by Warner Bros. Pictures.

Who stars in The Black Network?

The Black Network stars Nina Mae McKinney, Emmett 'Babe' Wallace, Amanda Randolph and Bill 'Basement' Brown. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.

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