Storyline
The story of legendary blues performer, Bessie Smith, who rose to fame during the 1920s and '30s.
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Cast & Crew
Queen Latifah
Bessie Smith
Mo'Nique
Ma Rainey
Mike Epps
Richard
Tika Sumpter
Lucille
Michael Kenneth Williams
Jack Gee
Charles S. Dutton
William 'Pa' Rainey
Bryan Greenberg
John Hammond
Oliver Platt
Carl Van Vechten
Khandi Alexander
Viola
Tory Kittles
Clarence
Kamryn Johnson
Young Bessie
Rikki McKinney
Chorus Guy
Frequently Asked Questions
Bessie was released on May 16, 2015.
The runtime of Bessie is 1h 47m.
Bessie is a Drama, Music, TV Movie movie.
Bessie has a rating of 6.4 out of 10 on TMDB.
Bessie is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.
Bessie was directed by Dee Rees.
The main cast of Bessie includes Queen Latifah, Mo'Nique, Mike Epps.
Bessie is originally in English.