
Storyline
The rise of Aretha Franklin’s career from a child singing in her father’s church’s choir to her international superstardom.
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Cast & Crew

Jennifer Hudson
Aretha Franklin

Forest Whitaker
C. L. Franklin

Marlon Wayans
Ted White

Audra McDonald
Barbara Franklin

Mary J. Blige
Dinah Washington

Marc Maron
Jerry Wexler

Tituss Burgess
Reverend Dr. James Cleveland

Saycon Sengbloh
Erma Franklin

Hailey Kilgore
Carolyn Franklin

Tate Donovan
John Hammond

Skye Dakota Turner
Aretha Franklin (young)

Heather Headley
Clara Ward
Frequently Asked Questions
Respect was released on August 12, 2021.
The runtime of Respect is 2h 25m.
Respect is a Drama, Music, History movie.
Respect has a rating of 6.8 out of 10 on TMDB.
Respect is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.
Respect was directed by Liesl Tommy.
The main cast of Respect includes Jennifer Hudson, Forest Whitaker, Marlon Wayans.
Respect is originally in English.








