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Porgy and Bess

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2002 2h 33m

Porgy and Bess

Music

In the early 1900s, the fictional Catfish Row section of Charleston, South Carolina serves as home to a black fishing community. Crippled beggar Porgy, who travels about in a goat-drawn cart, loves the drug-addicted Bess, who lives with stevedore Crown, the local bully.

Details

DirectorTazewell Thompson
ScreenplayDorothy Heyward, DuBose Heyward
StatusReleased
ReleasedMarch 20, 2002
CountryUnited States of America
Languageen
Runtime2h 33m
BudgetN/A
RevenueN/A
IMDb⭐ 7.9 / 10
GenresMusic
StudioPBS, Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts

Cast

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Marquita Lister

Bess

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Alvy Powell

Porgy

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Timothy Robert Blevins

Crown

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Sabrina Elaine Carten

Maria

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Dwayne Clark

Sportin' Life

David Aron Damane

David Aron Damane

Jake

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Darryl Reuben Hall

Company

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Wynn Harmon

The Detective

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Charles Mandracchia

Policeman

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Angela Renée Simpson

Serena

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Martin Sola

Nelson

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Frequently Asked Questions about Porgy and Bess

Where can I watch Porgy and Bess?

Porgy and Bess (2002) streaming availability varies by region. Check Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, and other major platforms. It may also be available for digital rental or purchase on Amazon, Apple TV, or Vudu.

What is Porgy and Bess about?

In the early 1900s, the fictional Catfish Row section of Charleston, South Carolina serves as home to a black fishing community. Crippled beggar Porgy, who travels about in a goat-drawn cart, loves the drug-addicted Bess, who lives with stevedore Crown, the local bully.

Who directed Porgy and Bess?

Porgy and Bess (2002) was directed by Tazewell Thompson. The film is a Music production with a runtime of 2h 33m.

How long is Porgy and Bess?

Porgy and Bess runs 2h 33m (153 minutes total). Genre: Music.