Scatter is captured by the corrupt policemen, who give him a fatal overdose of drugs. He had done several fashion shows prior to Charles McGregor, who plays Fat Freddie, was released from prison before the film's production. Priest and Eddie are joined by Freddie, who turns over the money he stole. Cast + Crew; R, 1 hr 36 min Tell us where you are Looking for movie tickets? That night, Eddie and Priest approache Scatter, a retired dealer who started Priest in the business. One day, Priest confronts Fat Freddie, one of his clients, about money that Freddie owes and threatens to force Freddie's wife into prostitution unless he robs a competitor. Priest is then picked up by the lieutenant and taken to the waterfront, where he is confronted by Reardon. Reardon threatens Priest that he must continue selling drugs as long as he is ordered to, but when Priest refuses, the policemen begin to beat him. The soundtrack alone generated about $5 million in profits – one of the first film soundtracks to earn such a sizable return – primarily from the biggest singles "Super Fly" and "Freddie's Dead". Scatter initially refuses to help Priest. Priest's white mistress, Cynthia is dismayed to learn that Priest does not return her love and is planning on quitting the business. The daily routine of cocaine dealer Priest who wants to score one more super deal and retire. Soon after, the drugs are sold by Priest and Eddie's "family." Diawara, Manthia. Perhaps this definitive blaxploitation film is the story a stylish Harlem drug pusher (Ron O'Neal) trying to score one last big deal before retiring from a life of crime. Earn 125 points on every ticket you buy. Super Fly (1972) cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more. Nate Adams coordinated the fashion and wardrobe for the film. The powerless Reardon then watches as Priest stalks off, giving the policemen one final glare before driving off to join Georgia. Fandango FANALERT® Sign up for a FANALERT® and be the first to know when tickets and other exclusives are available in your area. Rack up 500 points and you'll score a $5 reward for more movies.Get your swag on with discounted movies to stream at home, exclusive movie gear, access to advanced screenings and discounts galore.Collect bonus rewards from our many partners, including AMC, Stubs, Cinemark Connections, Regal Crown Club when you link accounts.We know life happens, so if something comes up, you can return or exchange your tickets up until the posted showtime. Although the timid Freddie abhors violence, he agrees and accompanies a member of Priest's "family" of lower-level dealers to commit the robbery. As the soundtrack's composer, Mayfield was the only other person in the production who earned revenue approaching Shore's. Both enraged and scared, Priest gives the information on Reardon and an envelope of cash to two mafia men and takes out a $100,000 contract on "the Man's" life. Additionally, the end credits on the original film release and video cassette, differ from the DVD. The film was shot by director of photography The movie generated roughly $4 million in profits. After Priest leaves with the cash, Eddie betrays him by phoning the lieutenant.
Freddie attempts to escape and is killed when he runs in front of a car. Read More Screen Reader Users: To optimize your experience with your screen reading software, please use our Flixster.com website, which has the same tickets as our Fandango.com and MovieTickets.com websites. Their argument is interrupted by the sudden arrival of Scatter who reveals that the real head of the operation is Deputy Commissioner Reardon, who is trying to kill him for quitting.