The Sit-In: Harry Belafonte Hosts The Tonight Show

Name: The Sit-In: Harry Belafonte Hosts The Tonight Show
Genre: History, Documentary
Released: 2020-01-01
Rating: 6
Cast: Harry Belafonte, Whoopi Goldberg, Tamron Hall, Jason King, Robin Thede

2020| 1h 17m| IMDb 6.0

The Sit-In: Harry Belafonte Hosts The Tonight Show (2020) is currently streaming in the UK on Prime Video. Last updated 20 January 2026.

Streaming availability last checked 20 January 2026

History Documentary

For one week in February 1968, Johnny Carson gave up his chair to Harry Belafonte, the first time an African-American had hosted a late night TV show for a whole week.

Director: Yoruba Richen