Little Richard (2000): cast, story & where to watch
2000 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 2000, Little Richard is a drama, music and tv movie film directed by Robert Townsend, running about 120 minutes.
What it’s about. 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.
Who’s in it. Little Richard stars Leon as Little Richard, Jenifer Lewis as Muh Penniman, Carl Lumbly as Bud Penniman and Tamala Jones as Lucille, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Little Richard 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 Little Richard page.
If you liked it. Fans of Little Richard tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Little Richard (2000)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Little Richard change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Little Richard worth watching?
- Little Richard holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, music and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Little Richard?
- Little Richard stars Leon, Jenifer Lewis, Carl Lumbly, Tamala Jones and Mel Jackson.
- When was Little Richard released?
- Little Richard was released in 2000, with a runtime of about 120 minutes.