Movie

The Josephine Baker Story

“Before Madonna. Before Marilyn. There was Josephine.”

★ 6.0(19)19912h 10m

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Good to know

Director: Brian Gibson
Release date: 1991-03-16
Runtime: 2h 10m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United Kingdom
Studio: HBO Films

About The Josephine Baker Story

The Josephine Baker Story is a 1991 movie in the Drama, History and Music genres, directed by Brian Gibson, starring Lynn Whitfield, Rubén Blades and David Dukes. It has a runtime of 2 hours 10 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.0/10 from 19 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Josephine Baker Story in Belgium — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

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

Cast

Lynn Whitfield

Josephine Baker

Rubén Blades

Count Giuseppe Pepito Abatino

David Dukes

Jo Bouillon

Louis Gossett Jr.

Sidney Williams

Craig T. Nelson

Walter Winchell

Kene Holliday

Sidney Bechet

Vivian Bonnell

Josephine's Mother

Mayah McCoy

Josephine - Age 8

Ainslie Currie

Josephine - Age 13

Pierre Magny

Paul Colin

Franco Britt

Victor

George Faison

Emcee in Harlem Club / Male Singer

Themes & keywords

francecabaret

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Josephine Baker Story in Belgium?+

The Josephine Baker Story is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Belgium. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Josephine Baker Story on Netflix?+

The Josephine Baker Story is not on Netflix in Belgium right now.

How long is The Josephine Baker Story?+

The Josephine Baker Story has a runtime of 2 hours 10 minutes (130 minutes).

Who stars in The Josephine Baker Story?+

The Josephine Baker Story stars Lynn Whitfield, Rubén Blades, David Dukes, Louis Gossett Jr. and Craig T. Nelson.

When did The Josephine Baker Story come out?+

The Josephine Baker Story is a 1991 movie directed by Brian Gibson.

What genre is The Josephine Baker Story?+

The Josephine Baker Story is Drama, History, Music and TV Movie film.

Who directed The Josephine Baker Story?+

The Josephine Baker Story was directed by Brian Gibson.