Once Upon a Time in Harlem

Once Upon a Time in Harlem is a 2026 American documentary film directed by William Greaves and David Greaves, and produced by Liani Greaves and Anne de Mare. The film was completed by William Greaves' son David over a decade after William's death in 2014. It had its world premiere in the Premieres section at the 2026 Sundance [Film Festival].

Premise

presents footage of a 1972 party he convened with living luminaries of the Harlem Renaissance, an event he regarded as the most important he captured on film.

Release

Once Upon a Time in Harlem premiered as a world premiere in the Premieres section at the 2026 Sundance Film Festival, which runs January 22 to February 1, 2026.