The Road to Memphis (2003): cast, story & where to watch
2003 · Film · ★ 5.6
Released in 2003, The Road to Memphis is an action, drama, music and documentary film directed by Richard Pearce, running about 92 minutes.
What it’s about. Director Richard Pearce (The Long Walk Home, Leap of Faith, A Family Thing) traces the musical odyssey of blues legend B.B. King in a film that pays tribute to the city that gave birth to a new style of blues. Pearce's homage to Memphis features original performances by B.B. King, Bobby Rush, Rosco Gordon and Ike Turner, as well as historical footage of Howlin' Wolf and Rufus Thomas.
Who’s in it. The Road to Memphis stars Richard Pearce, B.B. King, Little Richard and Fats Domino.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, The Road to Memphis 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 The Road to Memphis page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Road to Memphis tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Road to Memphis (2003)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Road to Memphis change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Road to Memphis worth watching?
- The Road to Memphis holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama, music and documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Road to Memphis?
- The Road to Memphis stars Richard Pearce, B.B. King, Little Richard and Fats Domino.
- When was The Road to Memphis released?
- The Road to Memphis was released in 2003, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.