Beat Kings
"The History of Hip Hop"
Originally released in 2006. Beat Kings is a documentary/music film. At just 66 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Marley Marl, DJ Premier, and Pete Rock
Synopsis
The "Beat Kings" is the first documentary exploring the original architects of hip hop; "The Producers". For over three decades, beat makers have built hip hop's foundation, constructing the beats behind the rhymes. For the first time, 20 influential producers tell the history of creating hip hop's most definitive records.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 4, 2006
19 years ago
Runtime
1h 6m
66 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beat Kings about?
The "Beat Kings" is the first documentary exploring the original architects of hip hop; "The Producers". For over three decades, beat makers have built hip hop's foundation, constructing the beats ...
How long is Beat Kings?
Beat Kings has a runtime of 1 hours and 6 minutes (66 minutes total).
When was Beat Kings released?
Beat Kings was released on June 4, 2006 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Beat Kings?
The main cast of Beat Kings includes Marley Marl, DJ Premier, Pete Rock, RZA, Ye.