Lackawanna Blues (2005): cast, story & where to watch
2005 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 2005, Lackawanna Blues is a drama, music and tv movie film directed by George C. Wolfe, running about 95 minutes. “Play it. Sing it. Shout it. Feel it.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In a story fueled by rhythm and blues, a young boy's life is shaped by love and the stories of a cast of characters in the boarding house where he lives in 1960s Lackawanna, New York.
Who’s in it. Lackawanna Blues stars S. Epatha Merkerson as Rachel "Nanny" Crosby, Marcus Carl Franklin as Ruben Santiago Jr., Yasiin Bey as The Bandleader and Louis Gossett Jr. as Ol'lem Taylor, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Lackawanna Blues 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 Lackawanna Blues page.
If you liked it. Fans of Lackawanna Blues tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Lackawanna Blues (2005)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Lackawanna Blues change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Lackawanna Blues worth watching?
- Lackawanna Blues holds an audience score of 6.3 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 Lackawanna Blues?
- Lackawanna Blues stars S. Epatha Merkerson, Marcus Carl Franklin, Yasiin Bey, Louis Gossett Jr. and Macy Gray.
- When was Lackawanna Blues released?
- Lackawanna Blues was released in 2005, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.