Respect (2021)
Respect is a 2021 drama movie directed by Liesl Tommy, with a running time of 2h 25m. It stars Jennifer Hudson, Forest Whitaker and Marlon Wayans.
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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What is Respect about?
The rise of Aretha Franklin’s career from a child singing in her father’s church’s choir to her international superstardom.
When was Respect released?
Respect was released on 12 August 2021.
How long is Respect?
Respect runs 2h 25m.
Who made Respect?
Respect was directed by Liesl Tommy.
Where can I watch Respect?
Respect is available on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home and Google Play Movies.
Where to watch Respect
Stream: Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads
Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, YouTube
Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, YouTube
Cast
- Jennifer Hudson as Aretha Franklin
- Forest Whitaker as C. L. Franklin
- Marlon Wayans as Ted White
- Audra McDonald as Barbara Franklin
- Mary J. Blige as Dinah Washington
- Marc Maron as Jerry Wexler
- Tituss Burgess as Reverend Dr. James Cleveland
- Saycon Sengbloh as Erma Franklin
- Hailey Kilgore as Carolyn Franklin
- Tate Donovan as John Hammond
- Skye Dakota Turner as Aretha Franklin (young)
- Heather Headley as Clara Ward
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