Dancehall Queen (1997): cast, story & where to watch
1997 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1997, Dancehall Queen is a drama film directed by Don Letts, running about 98 minutes.
What it’s about. Street vendor Marcia is scraping together a living in the ghetto section of Kingston, Jamaica. Her young daughter is being hounded by a rich sugar daddy who has been supporting the family; her brother's life is being threatened by a local thug. So, when the licentious patron threatens to abandon the family, and her brother breaks down under pressure, Marcia hits bottom. She needs to escape to a haven where she can get lost in fantasy; Marcia, don in sex-me-up clothing and outrageous glamour, finds refuge in the beats of the very dance hall outside of which she normally vends.
Who’s in it. Dancehall Queen stars Audrey Reid as Marcia, Carl Davis as Larry, Carl Davis as Larry and Mark Danvers as Junior, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Dancehall Queen has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Dancehall Queen page.
If you liked it. Fans of Dancehall Queen tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Dancehall Queen (1997)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Dancehall Queen change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Dancehall Queen worth watching?
- Dancehall Queen holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Dancehall Queen?
- Dancehall Queen stars Audrey Reid, Carl Davis, Carl Davis, Mark Danvers and Cherine Anderson.
- When was Dancehall Queen released?
- Dancehall Queen was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.