Porgy and Bess
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Originally released in 1959. Porgy and Bess is a music/drama film. directed by Otto Preminger. With a runtime of 2h 18m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Sidney Poitier, Dorothy Dandridge, and Sammy Davis Jr.
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 24, 1959
66 years ago
Runtime
2h 18m
138 minutes total
User Rating
6.1/10
Good (24 votes)
Budget
$7M
Production budget
Box Office
$3.5M
0.5x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $7,000,000
- Revenue
- $3,500,000
Production Companies
- Samuel Goldwyn Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
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...
Who directed Porgy and Bess?
Porgy and Bess was directed by Otto Preminger.
How long is Porgy and Bess?
Porgy and Bess has a runtime of 2 hours and 18 minutes (138 minutes total).
When was Porgy and Bess released?
Porgy and Bess was released on June 24, 1959 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Porgy and Bess?
The main cast of Porgy and Bess includes Sidney Poitier, Dorothy Dandridge, Sammy Davis Jr., Pearl Bailey, Brock Peters.