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Ma Rainey's Black Bottom

Ma Rainey's Black Bottom

It would be an empty world without the blues.

Tensions rise when the trailblazing Mother of the Blues and her band gather at a Chicago recording studio in 1927. Adapted from August Wilson's play.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Ma Rainey's Black Bottom
  • Genres: Drama, Music
  • Release Date: 2020-11-25
  • Runtime: 94 minutes
  • Rating: 6.653/10 (1201 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Escape Artists, Mundy Lane Entertainment
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 3.035
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Viola Davis

Viola Davis

as Ma Rainey

Chadwick Boseman

Chadwick Boseman

as Levee

Colman Domingo

Colman Domingo

as Cutler

Glynn Turman

Glynn Turman

as Toledo

Michael Potts

Michael Potts

as Slow Drag

Jeremy Shamos

Jeremy Shamos

as Irvin

Jonny Coyne

Jonny Coyne

as Sturdyvant

Taylour Paige

Taylour Paige

as Dussie Mae

Dusan Brown

Dusan Brown

as Sylvester

Joshua Harto

Joshua Harto

as Policeman

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Trailers & Clips

Stage to Screen | Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom | Netflix

Viola Davis: Embodying Ma Rainey | Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom | Netflix

Ma Rainey's Black Bottom | Official Trailer | Netflix

Keywords

chicago, illinoisrecording studiobased on play or musicalsingerlesbian relationshiplgbtblues musicblack lgbttrumpet player1920s

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ma Rainey's Black Bottom?â–Ľ

Ma Rainey's Black Bottom is a Drama, Music movie directed by . It was released on 2020-11-25.

Who are the main actors in Ma Rainey's Black Bottom?â–Ľ

The main cast includes Viola Davis, Chadwick Boseman, Colman Domingo, Glynn Turman, Michael Potts, .

Where can I watch Ma Rainey's Black Bottom online?â–Ľ

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Ma Rainey's Black Bottom is available.

Is Ma Rainey's Black Bottom based on a true story?â–Ľ

It would be an empty world without the blues.

What is the IMDb rating of Ma Rainey's Black Bottom?â–Ľ

Ma Rainey's Black Bottom has an IMDb rating of 6.653/10 based on 1201 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Ma Rainey's Black Bottom?â–Ľ

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Ma Rainey's Black Bottom?â–Ľ

The soundtrack was composed by Escape Artists, Mundy Lane Entertainment. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Ma Rainey's Black Bottom filmed?â–Ľ

Ma Rainey's Black Bottom was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Ma Rainey's Black Bottom?â–Ľ

The total runtime of Ma Rainey's Black Bottom is 94 minutes.

Is Ma Rainey's Black Bottom suitable for kids?â–Ľ

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

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There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Ma Rainey's Black Bottom.

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