Ray
The extraordinary life story of Ray Charles.
Born on a sharecropping plantation in Northern Florida, Ray Charles went blind at seven. Inspired by a fiercely independent mom who insisted he make his own way, He found his calling and his gift behind a piano keyboard. Touring across the Southern musical circuit, the soulful singer gained a reputation and then exploded with worldwide fame when he pioneered coupling gospel and country together.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Ray
- Genres: Drama, Music
- Release Date: 2004-10-29
- Runtime: 152 minutes
- Rating: 7.446/10 (2045 votes)
- Budget: $40,000,000
- Revenue: $124,700,000
- Production Companies: Bristol Bay Productions, Universal Pictures, Anvil Films, Baldwin Entertainment Group
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 3.6965
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Jamie Foxx
as Ray Charles
Kerry Washington
as Della Bea Robinson
Regina King
as Margie Hendricks
Harry Lennix
as Joe Adams
Clifton Powell
as Jeff Brown
Bokeem Woodbine
as Fathead Newman
Sharon Warren
as Aretha Robinson
C.J. Sanders
as Young Ray Robinson
Curtis Armstrong
as Ahmet Ertegun
Richard Schiff
as Jerry Wexler
Gallery
Trailers & Clips
The Mess Around - Full Scene
Ray Charles' First Piano Lesson
Ray Charles Rejects Jim Crow Segregation
Every Great Musical Performance—"Hit the Road Jack," "Mess Around," "What'd I Say" and more!
Official Trailer
Keywords
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ray?▼
Ray is a Drama, Music movie directed by . It was released on 2004-10-29.
Who are the main actors in Ray?▼
The main cast includes Jamie Foxx, Kerry Washington, Regina King, Harry Lennix, Clifton Powell, .
Where can I watch Ray online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Ray is available.
Is Ray based on a true story?▼
The extraordinary life story of Ray Charles.
What is the IMDb rating of Ray?▼
Ray has an IMDb rating of 7.446/10 based on 2045 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Ray?▼
The movie had a production budget of $40,000,000 and earned $124,700,000 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Ray?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Bristol Bay Productions, Universal Pictures, Anvil Films, Baldwin Entertainment Group. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Ray filmed?▼
Ray was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Ray?▼
The total runtime of Ray is 152 minutes.
Is Ray suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Ray?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Ray.
Does Ray have a post-credit scene?▼
Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!
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