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: 6.765/10 (537 votes)
- Budget: $30,000,000
- Revenue: $33,448,971
- Production Companies: Jagged Films, Imagine Entertainment, Universal Pictures
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 2.8566
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Chadwick Boseman
as James Brown
Nelsan Ellis
as Bobby Byrd
Dan Aykroyd
as Ben Bart
Viola Davis
as Susie Brown
Lennie James
as Joe Brown
Fred Melamed
as Syd Nathan
Jill Scott
as DeeDee Brown
Octavia Spencer
as Aunt Honey
Nick Eversman
as Mick Jagger
Tika Sumpter
as Yvonne Fair
Gallery
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
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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 6.765/10 based on 537 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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