Ray
📖 Synopsis
Born on a sharecropping plantation in Northern Florida, Ray Charles went blind at seven. Inspired by a fiercely independent mom who insisted he make his own way, He found his calling and his gift behind a piano keyboard. Touring across the Southern musical circuit, the soulful singer gained a reputation and then exploded with worldwide fame when he pioneered coupling gospel and country together.
🎥 Production Details
- Tagline
- “The extraordinary life story of Ray Charles.”
- Release Status
- Released
- Genres
- Drama, Music
- Director
- Taylor Hackford
- Original Language
- EN
🎭 Cast
Jamie FoxxRay Charles
Kerry WashingtonDella Bea Robinson
Regina KingMargie Hendricks
Harry LennixJoe Adams
Clifton PowellJeff Brown
Bokeem WoodbineFathead NewmanS
Sharon WarrenAretha RobinsonC
C.J. SandersYoung Ray Robinson
Curtis ArmstrongAhmet Ertegun
Richard SchiffJerry Wexler🎬 Similar Movies
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Ray about?
- Born on a sharecropping plantation in Northern Florida, Ray Charles went blind at seven. Inspired by a fiercely independent mom who insisted he make his own way, He found his calling and his gift behind a piano keyboard. Touring across the Southern musical circuit, the soulful singer gained a reputation and then exploded with worldwide fame when he pioneered coupling gospel and country together.
- Who directed Ray?
- Ray was directed by Taylor Hackford.
- When was Ray released?
- Ray was released on October 29, 2004.
- How long is Ray?
- Ray has a runtime of 2h 32m.
- Where can I track Ray?
- You can track Ray on Matinee — the free movie and TV show tracker app for iOS. Log it, rate it, and share your thoughts with friends.
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