The Lords of Flatbush

Between the constant churn of new releases, The Lords of Flatbush on Hollywood Suite is the comedy actually worth stopping for. The runtime earns every minute, with nothing here that feels like padding. Its 6/10 TMDB score, built from 96 ratings, reflects a title that consistently delivers. Perry King's performance alone is worth the time investment. Available now on Hollywood Suite — press play and find out why people keep recommending it.

Part of the current wave of titles people are actually watching, The Lords of Flatbush earns its spot. The jokes in The Lords of Flatbush land because the characters underneath them are worth caring about. Set in 1958, the coming of age story follows four lower middle-class Brooklyn teenagers known as The Lords of Flatbush. The Lords chase girls, steal cars, shoot pool, get into street fights, and hang out at a local malt shop. Perry King and Sylvester Stallone lead a cast that never overplays a joke. It was released in 1974. The timing in The Lords of Flatbush is precise enough that even the throwaway lines land on a second watch. It delivers reliably on what it promises, which is more than most of its competition manages.

Comedy fans looking for a reliably funny watch will find it in The Lords of Flatbush. It rewards viewers regardless of what else is in their watch history. Short enough to finish in one sitting, substantial enough to feel satisfying. Perry King's comic timing carries it through its weaker moments. The kind of comedy you recommend to someone who claims they do not watch much.

The Lords of Flatbush was released in 1974, directed by Martin Davidson. The full 86-minute film is available to watch now. Find exactly where it's streaming below, and TV Butler Pro makes it effortless to track your progress as you go. Just search the name, and Butler finds it instantly, tells you which service has it, and remembers exactly where you left off.