Intimate Portrait: Josephine Baker (1999): cast, story & where to watch

1999 · Film

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Released in 1999, Intimate Portrait: Josephine Baker is a documentary film directed by Mark Israel, running about 43 minutes.

What it’s about. From world-renowned performer of the Jazz Age, to WWII spy, to civil rights activist – a look into the iconic life and legacy of Josephine Baker, narrated by Arsenio Hall, including rare archive footage, and interviews with Debbie Allen, Lynn Whitfield (who portrayed Baker in The Josephine Baker Story), and two of Baker’s sons.

Who’s in it. Intimate Portrait: Josephine Baker stars Debbie Allen as Herself, Arsenio Hall as Narrator, Lynn Whitfield as Herself and Josephine Baker as Herself (archival footage).

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Intimate Portrait: Josephine Baker page.

If you liked it. Fans of Intimate Portrait: Josephine Baker tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Intimate Portrait: Josephine Baker (1999)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Intimate Portrait: Josephine Baker change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in Intimate Portrait: Josephine Baker?
Intimate Portrait: Josephine Baker stars Debbie Allen, Arsenio Hall, Lynn Whitfield and Josephine Baker.
When was Intimate Portrait: Josephine Baker released?
Intimate Portrait: Josephine Baker was released in 1999, with a runtime of about 43 minutes.