🎬 RET TV POP-UP A powerful, street-level blaxploitation classic from 1974, Black Samson stars Rockne Tarkington as Samson, a nightclub owner who takes on organized crime when his community is threatened. Set against the gritty backdrop of 1970s urban America, the film blends action, attitude, and social tension — driven by a commanding lead performance and the unmistakable energy of the era. Featuring Carol Speed, William Smith, and Connie Strickland, Black Samson remains a cult favorite for fans of raw 1970s cinema, independent filmmaking, and Black-led action stories that didn’t play by Hollywood’s rules. This presentation is shared for historical context and preservation as part of RET TV’s ongoing mission to spotlight overlooked and hard-to-find films from television and film history. If this is your first time discovering Black Samson, feel free to watch at your own pace — pause, return, or let it play straight through. More rare full-length movies and unexpected finds are always on the way. — RET-TV DISCLAIMER This video is uploaded for the purposes of entertainment and historical preservation only. Some themes, language, or depictions reflect the era in which the film was produced. Viewer discretion advised. 👉

Starring Rockne Tarkington, William Smith, Connie Strickland