The Josephine Baker Story
Before Madonna. Before Marilyn. There was Josephine.
Biography of the African-American who became a major performer in the Paris cabarets of the 1920s and 1930s. The film follows her life beginning as a struggling performer in 1917 St. Louis, her frustrations leading to her move to France, and follows to her death in 1975. Written by John Sacksteder
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Movie Details
- Original Title: The Josephine Baker Story
- Genres: Drama, History, Music, TV Movie
- Release Date: 1991-03-16
- Runtime: 130 minutes
- Rating: 6/10 (13 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: HBO Films
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.2667
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Lynn Whitfield
as Josephine Baker
Rubén Blades
as Count Giuseppe Pepito Abatino
David Dukes
as Jo Bouillon
Louis Gossett Jr.
as Sidney Williams
Craig T. Nelson
as Walter Winchell
Kene Holliday
as Sidney Bechet
Vivian Bonnell
as Josephine's Mother
Mayah McCoy
as Josephine - Age 8
Ainslie Currie
as Josephine - Age 13
Pierre Magny
as Paul Colin
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Josephine Baker Story?▼
The Josephine Baker Story is a Drama, History, Music, TV Movie movie directed by . It was released on 1991-03-16.
Who are the main actors in The Josephine Baker Story?▼
The main cast includes Lynn Whitfield, Rubén Blades, David Dukes, Louis Gossett Jr., Craig T. Nelson, .
Where can I watch The Josephine Baker Story online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Josephine Baker Story is available.
Is The Josephine Baker Story based on a true story?▼
Before Madonna. Before Marilyn. There was Josephine.
What is the IMDb rating of The Josephine Baker Story?▼
The Josephine Baker Story has an IMDb rating of 6/10 based on 13 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Josephine Baker Story?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Josephine Baker Story?▼
The soundtrack was composed by HBO Films. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Josephine Baker Story filmed?▼
The Josephine Baker Story was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Josephine Baker Story?▼
The total runtime of The Josephine Baker Story is 130 minutes.
Is The Josephine Baker Story suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Josephine Baker Story?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Josephine Baker Story.
Does The Josephine Baker Story have a post-credit scene?▼
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