Bessie
Survival began with a song
The story of legendary blues performer, Bessie Smith, who rose to fame during the 1920s and '30s.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Bessie
- Genres: Drama, Music, TV Movie
- Release Date: 2015-05-16
- Runtime: 107 minutes
- Rating: 6.4/10 (123 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: The Zanuck Company, Flavor Unit Entertainment, HBO Films
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 4.2938
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Queen Latifah
as Bessie Smith
Kamryn Johnson
as Young Bessie
Rikki McKinney
as Chorus Guy
Alan T. Coleman
as Stagehand
Tory Kittles
as Clarence
Clay Chappell
as '81' Theatre Owner
Tika Sumpter
as Lucille
Sharan C. Mansfield
as Miss Taylor
Neko Parham
as Rehearsal Director
Onira Tarés
as Chorus Girl
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Trailers & Clips
Bessie: Trailer (HBO Films)
Bessie: Trailer (HBO Films)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bessie?▼
Bessie is a Drama, Music, TV Movie movie directed by . It was released on 2015-05-16.
Who are the main actors in Bessie?▼
The main cast includes Queen Latifah, Kamryn Johnson, Rikki McKinney, Alan T. Coleman, Tory Kittles, .
Where can I watch Bessie online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Bessie is available.
Is Bessie based on a true story?▼
Survival began with a song
What is the IMDb rating of Bessie?▼
Bessie has an IMDb rating of 6.4/10 based on 123 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Bessie?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Bessie?▼
The soundtrack was composed by The Zanuck Company, Flavor Unit Entertainment, HBO Films. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Bessie filmed?▼
Bessie was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Bessie?▼
The total runtime of Bessie is 107 minutes.
Is Bessie suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Bessie?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Bessie.
Does Bessie have a post-credit scene?▼
Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!
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