The United States vs. Billie Holiday
"Her voice would not be silenced."
Released 5 years ago in 2021. The United States vs. Billie Holiday is a music/drama film. directed by Lee Daniels. With a runtime of 2h 11m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Andra Day, Trevante Rhodes, and Garrett Hedlund
Synopsis
Billie Holiday spent much of her career being adored by fans. In the 1940s, the government targeted Holiday in a growing effort to racialize the war on drugs, ultimately aiming to stop her from singing her controversial ballad, "Strange Fruit."
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 31, 2021
4 years ago
Runtime
2h 11m
131 minutes total
User Rating
6.5/10
Good (293 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Andra Day
as Billie Holiday
Trevante Rhodes
as Jimmy Fletcher
Garrett Hedlund
as Harry Anslinger
Leslie Jordan
as Reginald Lord Devine
Miss Lawrence
as Miss Freddy
Adriane Lenox
as Mrs. Fletcher
Natasha Lyonne
as Tallulah Bankhead
Rob Morgan
as Louis McKay
Da'Vine Joy Randolph
as Roslyn
Evan Ross
as Agent Williams
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Lee Daniels Entertainment
- Roth-Kirschenbaum Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The United States vs. Billie Holiday about?
Billie Holiday spent much of her career being adored by fans. In the 1940s, the government targeted Holiday in a growing effort to racialize the war on drugs, ultimately aiming to stop her from sin...
Who directed The United States vs. Billie Holiday?
The United States vs. Billie Holiday was directed by Lee Daniels.
How long is The United States vs. Billie Holiday?
The United States vs. Billie Holiday has a runtime of 2 hours and 11 minutes (131 minutes total).
When was The United States vs. Billie Holiday released?
The United States vs. Billie Holiday was released on March 31, 2021 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The United States vs. Billie Holiday?
The main cast of The United States vs. Billie Holiday includes Andra Day, Trevante Rhodes, Garrett Hedlund, Leslie Jordan, Miss Lawrence.
Is The United States vs. Billie Holiday worth watching?
The United States vs. Billie Holiday has a user rating of 6.5/10 based on 293 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.