Precious
Set in Harlem in 1987, Claireece "Precious" Jones is a 16-year-old African American girl born into a life no one would want. She's pregnant for the second time by her absent father; at home, she must wait hand and foot on her mother, an angry woman who abuses her emotionally and physically. School is chaotic and Precious has reached the ninth grade with good marks and a secret; She can't read.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Precious
- Genres: Drama
- Release Date: 2009-11-06
- Runtime: 110 minutes
- Rating: 7.316/10 (1668 votes)
- Budget: $10,000,000
- Revenue: $47,536,959
- Production Companies: Smokewood Entertainment Group, Lee Daniels Entertainment
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 3.5565
- Languages: English, Italian
Cast & Crew
Gabourey Sidibe
as Claireece "Precious" Jones
Mo'Nique
as Mary Lee Johnston
Paula Patton
as Blu Rain
Mariah Carey
as Mrs. Weiss
Lenny Kravitz
as John McFadden
Sherri Shepherd
as Lisa Cornrows
Stephanie Andujar
as Rita Romero
Chyna Layne
as Rhonda Patrice Johnson
Amina Robinson
as Jermaine
Xosha Roquemore
as Joann
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Trailers & Clips
Official Trailer
Meet the Artists: Lee Daniels
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Precious?▼
Precious is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 2009-11-06.
Who are the main actors in Precious?▼
The main cast includes Gabourey Sidibe, Mo'Nique, Paula Patton, Mariah Carey, Lenny Kravitz, .
Where can I watch Precious online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Precious is available.
Is Precious based on a true story?▼
No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.
What is the IMDb rating of Precious?▼
Precious has an IMDb rating of 7.316/10 based on 1668 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Precious?▼
The movie had a production budget of $10,000,000 and earned $47,536,959 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Precious?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Smokewood Entertainment Group, Lee Daniels Entertainment. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Precious filmed?▼
Precious was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Precious?▼
The total runtime of Precious is 110 minutes.
Is Precious suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Precious?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Precious.
Does Precious have a post-credit scene?▼
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