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Black Nativity

Black Nativity

The Musical Event of the Holiday Season

A street-wise teen from Baltimore who has been raised by a single mother travels to New York City to spend the Christmas holiday with his estranged relatives, where he embarks on a surprising and inspirational journey.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Black Nativity
  • Genres: Music, Drama
  • Release Date: 2013-11-27
  • Runtime: 93 minutes
  • Rating: 5/10 (61 votes)
  • Budget: $17,500,000
  • Revenue: $7,018,189
  • Production Companies: Malvern Pictures, Fox Searchlight Pictures
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.7474
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Forest Whitaker

Forest Whitaker

as Reverend Cornell Cobbs

Angela Bassett

Angela Bassett

as Aretha Cobbs

Jennifer Hudson

Jennifer Hudson

as Naima

Tyrese Gibson

Tyrese Gibson

as Loot / Tyson

Jacob Latimore

Jacob Latimore

as Langston

Mary J. Blige

Mary J. Blige

as Platinum Fro

Nas

Nas

as Street Prophet (Isaiah)

Vondie Curtis-Hall

Vondie Curtis-Hall

as Pawnbroker

Grace Gibson

Grace Gibson

as Maria / Mary

J. Mallory McCree

J. Mallory McCree

as Kyle

Gallery

Movie sceneMovie scene

Trailers & Clips

Black Nativity Official TEASER TRAILER (2013) - Forest Whitaker Musical HD

External Links

Keywords

biblemusicalbased on play or musicalwoman directornativitychristmas

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Black Nativity?

Black Nativity is a Music, Drama movie directed by . It was released on 2013-11-27.

Who are the main actors in Black Nativity?

The main cast includes Forest Whitaker, Angela Bassett, Jennifer Hudson, Tyrese Gibson, Jacob Latimore, .

Where can I watch Black Nativity online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Black Nativity is available.

Is Black Nativity based on a true story?

The Musical Event of the Holiday Season

What is the IMDb rating of Black Nativity?

Black Nativity has an IMDb rating of 5/10 based on 61 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Black Nativity?

The movie had a production budget of $17,500,000 and earned $7,018,189 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Black Nativity?

The soundtrack was composed by Malvern Pictures, Fox Searchlight Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Black Nativity filmed?

Black Nativity was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Black Nativity?

The total runtime of Black Nativity is 93 minutes.

Is Black Nativity suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Black Nativity?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Black Nativity.

Does Black Nativity have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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