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Black Commando (1982): Cast

Black Commando (1982) movie poster

Black Commando is a 1982 action drama starring Max H. Boulois as Gen. Othello, Joanna Pettet and Tony Curtis. It runs 1 hour 30 minutes.

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Black Commando (1982) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 30m (90 min)
Genres
Action , Romance , Drama
Original language
German
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Black Commando About?

The premise of Black Commando without spoilers.

A proud Moorish general, Othello, is deceived into believing his newly married wife Desdemona is unfaithful with his trusted lieutenant Michael Cassio. The falsehood is orchestrated by the resentful ensign Iago, who fuels Othello’s jealousy to advance his own spiteful agenda.

Black Commando Themes & Keywords

· 16 tags
  • wife
  • shakespeare's othello
  • tragedy
  • racism
  • jealousy
  • husband wife relationship
  • betrayal
  • blaxploitation
  • doctor
  • mercenary
  • epidemic
  • love
+4 more
  • africa
  • senator
  • based on play
  • character name in title
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Cast & crew

Black Commando Cast & Characters

Max H. Boulois leads the cast as Gen. Othello, with Joanna Pettet as Desdemona and Tony Curtis as Col. Iago.

Also Starring in Black Commando

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Details

Black Commando Also Known As

9 alternative titles, including “Othello, el comando negro” and “Othello”.

Also known as
  • Othello, el comando negro
  • Othello
  • Othello (The Black Commando)
  • Choc commando
  • Expédition punitive
  • Mercenaires Fury
  • Othello, the Black Commando
  • Black Platoon - Das schwarze Kommando
  • The Black Platoon - Das schwarze Kommando

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FAQ

Black Commando FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Black Commando, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Black Commando?

Black Commando runs 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).

When was Black Commando released?

Black Commando was released on November 15, 1982.

Who is in the cast of Black Commando?

Black Commando stars Max H. Boulois as Gen. Othello, Joanna Pettet as Desdemona and Tony Curtis as Col. Iago, among 13 credited actors.

Does Black Commando have a post-credit scene?

No. Black Commando has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Black Commando in?

The original language of Black Commando is German.

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