Lady Sings the Blues
Diana Ross is Billie Holiday. Diana Ross sings Billie Holiday. And a superstar is born.
Chronicles the rise and fall of legendary blues singer Billie Holiday, beginning with her traumatic youth. The story depicts her early attempts at a singing career and her eventual rise to stardom, as well as her difficult relationship with Louis McKay, her boyfriend and manager. Casting a shadow over even Holiday's brightest moments is the vocalist's severe drug addiction, which threatens to end both her career and her life.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Lady Sings the Blues
- Genres: Drama, Music
- Release Date: 1972-10-12
- Runtime: 144 minutes
- Rating: 6.909/10 (66 votes)
- Budget: $2,000,000
- Revenue: $19,726,490
- Production Companies: Weston Productions, Jobete Productions, Motown Productions, Paramount Pictures, Sidney J. Furie Productions
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 4.4328
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Diana Ross
as Billie Holiday
Billy Dee Williams
as Louis McKay
Richard Pryor
as Piano Man
James T. Callahan
as Reg Hanley
Paul Hampton
as Harry
Sid Melton
as Jerry
Virginia Capers
as Mama Holiday
Yvonne Fair
as Yvonne
Isabel Sanford
as The Madame
Tracee Lyles
as The Prostitute
Gallery
Trailers & Clips
LADY SINGS THE BLUES Trailer 1972 music by MICHEL LEGRAND
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lady Sings the Blues?▼
Lady Sings the Blues is a Drama, Music movie directed by . It was released on 1972-10-12.
Who are the main actors in Lady Sings the Blues?▼
The main cast includes Diana Ross, Billy Dee Williams, Richard Pryor, James T. Callahan, Paul Hampton, .
Where can I watch Lady Sings the Blues online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Lady Sings the Blues is available.
Is Lady Sings the Blues based on a true story?▼
Diana Ross is Billie Holiday. Diana Ross sings Billie Holiday. And a superstar is born.
What is the IMDb rating of Lady Sings the Blues?▼
Lady Sings the Blues has an IMDb rating of 6.909/10 based on 66 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Lady Sings the Blues?▼
The movie had a production budget of $2,000,000 and earned $19,726,490 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Lady Sings the Blues?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Weston Productions, Jobete Productions, Motown Productions, Paramount Pictures, Sidney J. Furie Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Lady Sings the Blues filmed?▼
Lady Sings the Blues was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Lady Sings the Blues?▼
The total runtime of Lady Sings the Blues is 144 minutes.
Is Lady Sings the Blues suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Lady Sings the Blues?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Lady Sings the Blues.
Does Lady Sings the Blues have a post-credit scene?▼
Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!
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