The read
It runs a compact 1h 28m.
Synopsis
The story of Little Richard Penniman, from his poor Southern upbringing to dealing with the trials and tribulations of being a Black singer in the 1950s, to his born-again phase and brief "retirement" from rock and roll.
Ratings
IMDb6.7/10
16 audience votes
Key crew
- Robert TownsendDirector
- Bill KerbyWriter
- Daniel TaplitzWriter
- Velton Ray BunchOriginal Music Composer
Cast
- LeonLittle Richard
- Jenifer LewisMuh Penniman
- Carl LumblyBud Penniman
- Tamala JonesLucille
- Mel JacksonBud Blackwell
- Garrett MorrisCarl Rainey
- Don DoweCop
- Reynaldo ReySugarfoot Sam
- JoNell KennedyPeggie Penniman
- Lahmard J. TateCast
- Alimi BallardCast
- Warren GStudio Musician