Cindy
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About
A revisionist twist on Cinderella with an all-black cast and set in Harlem during WWII. Cindy is a country bumpkin who moves from South Carolina to live with her father and his new family. When her stepmother and two stepsisters refuse to take her to the Sugar Hill Ball, her draft-dodging, chauffeur neighbor whips up a little "magic" and at the ball she catches the eye of the richest man in Harlem.
Cast
Charlayne Woodard
as Cindy
Scoey Mitchell
as Father
Mae Mercer
as Sara Hayes
Nell Carter
as Olive
Alaina Reed Hall
as Venus
Cleavant Derricks
as Michael Simpson
Clifton Davis
as Captain Joe Prince
W. Benson Terry
as Miles Archer
John Hancock
as Wilcox
Richard Stahl
as Recruiter
Noble Willingham
as Sergeant
Burke Byrnes
as Swearing-In Officer
Helen Martin
as Flower Lady
Graham Brown
as Minister
Bill Phillips Murry
as Emcee
Don Dandridge
as Military Policeman
Spo-De-Odee
as Wino
Boyd Bodwell
as Recruit
Joe George
as Doctor
Don Abney
as Musician
Where does Cindy rank today?
Cindy is #6824 on the Bowood.TV Daily Streaming Charts today.
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About Cindy
A revisionist twist on Cinderella with an all-black cast and set in Harlem during WWII. Cindy is a country bumpkin who moves from South Carolina to live with her father and his new family. When her stepmother and two stepsisters refuse to take her to the Sugar Hill Ball, her draft-dodging, chauffeur neighbor whips up a little "magic" and at the ball she catches the eye of the richest man in Harlem. Running 98 minutes.
Cindy Cast and Characters
The cast features Charlayne Woodard (as Cindy), Scoey Mitchell (as Father), Mae Mercer (as Sara Hayes), Nell Carter (as Olive), and Alaina Reed Hall (as Venus). Their performances are a major reason Cindy has built such a passionate audience.
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▶ Watch Cindy NowWhy People Are Watching Cindy
Cindy flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cindy
Where can I watch Cindy online for free?
You can watch Cindy online free on Bowood.TV. Just open the page and hit play — no signup, no subscription, full HD streaming on phone, tablet, or desktop.
How long is Cindy?
Cindy runs for 98 minutes (about 1.6 hours).
Is Cindy good? What's the rating?
Cindy holds a 7.0/10 rating based on 6 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of Cindy?
The main cast includes Charlayne Woodard, Scoey Mitchell, Mae Mercer, and Nell Carter, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Cindy available in English?
Yes — Cindy was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was Cindy released?
Cindy was released in 1978.
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Where can I watch Cindy for free?
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What is Cindy about?
Cindy is a Music/Drama English-language film. A revisionist twist on Cinderella with an all-black cast and set in Harlem during WWII. Cindy is a country bumpkin who moves from South Carolina to live with her father and his new family. When her stepmother and two stepsisters refuse to take her to the Sugar Hill Ball, her draft-dodging, chauffeur neighbor whips up a little "magic" and at the ball she catches the eye of the richest man in Harlem.
When was Cindy released?
Cindy was released on March 24, 1978. It has a runtime of 1h 38m. The film was produced by John-Charles-Walters Productions.
Who stars in Cindy?
Cindy stars Charlayne Woodard, Scoey Mitchell, Mae Mercer and Nell Carter. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is Cindy available in HD?
Yes, Cindy is available to stream in high definition (HD) on Bowood.TV. Our players automatically deliver the best quality your connection supports — no extra setup needed.