Synopsis
The story of legendary blues performer, Bessie Smith, who rose to fame during the 1920s and '30s.
Production Details
Release DateMay 16, 2015
DirectorDee Rees
WritersDee Rees, Dee Rees, Horton Foote
Principal Cast
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
