"Super Fly" is a 1972 American blaxploitation crime drama film directed by Gordon Parks Jr. and starring Ron O'Neal as Youngblood Priest, an African American cocaine dealer who is trying to quit the drug business. The film is well known for its soundtrack, written and produced by soul musician Curtis Mayfield. It was a significant success and became a cultural touchstone, influencing many aspects of popular culture.
In 2018, a remake titled "Superfly" was released, directed by Director X and starring Trevor Jackson as Youngblood Priest. This modern adaptation brought the story into a contemporary setting while maintaining the core themes of the original.
