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Get on Up

Get on Up

The Funk Don't Quit

A chronicle of James Brown's rise from extreme poverty to become one of the most influential musicians in history.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Get on Up
  • Genres: Drama, Music, History
  • Release Date: 2014-08-01
  • Runtime: 139 minutes
  • Rating: 6.8/10 (530 votes)
  • Budget: $30,000,000
  • Revenue: $33,448,971
  • Production Companies: Jagged Films, Imagine Entertainment, Universal Pictures
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 1.1511
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Chadwick Boseman

Chadwick Boseman

as James Brown

Nelsan Ellis

Nelsan Ellis

as Bobby Byrd

Dan Aykroyd

Dan Aykroyd

as Ben Bart

Viola Davis

Viola Davis

as Susie Brown

Lennie James

Lennie James

as Joe Brown

Fred Melamed

Fred Melamed

as Syd Nathan

Jill Scott

Jill Scott

as DeeDee Brown

Octavia Spencer

Octavia Spencer

as Aunt Honey

Nick Eversman

Nick Eversman

as Mick Jagger

Tika Sumpter

Tika Sumpter

as Yvonne Fair

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

Chadwick Boseman as James Brown - Extended Preview

The Story of James Brown

Chadwick Boseman Performs at the Boston Garden

Official International Trailer

Trailer 2

External Links

Keywords

vietnam war1970sbiographysouth carolinasingerbreaking the fourth walldomestic violencesongwriter1980s1950ssoul musicnon linearafrican american entertainer

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Get on Up?

Get on Up is a Drama, Music, History movie directed by . It was released on 2014-08-01.

Who are the main actors in Get on Up?

The main cast includes Chadwick Boseman, Nelsan Ellis, Dan Aykroyd, Viola Davis, Lennie James, .

Where can I watch Get on Up online?

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

Is Get on Up based on a true story?

The Funk Don't Quit

What is the IMDb rating of Get on Up?

Get on Up has an IMDb rating of 6.8/10 based on 530 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Get on Up?

The movie had a production budget of $30,000,000 and earned $33,448,971 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Get on Up?

The soundtrack was composed by Jagged Films, Imagine Entertainment, Universal Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Get on Up filmed?

Get on Up was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Get on Up?

The total runtime of Get on Up is 139 minutes.

Is Get on Up suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to Get on Up?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Get on Up.

Does Get on Up have a post-credit scene?

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

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