The United States vs. Billie Holiday (2021)
Movie 2h 11m ★ 6.5/10
Good for tonight if you want to: i want to feel something, teach me something
The United States vs. Billie Holiday is a drama, history and music movie from 2021. It is directed by Lee Daniels. The cast includes Natasha Lyonne, Garrett Hedlund and Tyler James Williams. The running time is 2h 11m. Audiences give it a decent score of 6.5 out of 10.
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Synopsis
Billie Holiday spent much of her career being adored by fans. In the 1940s, the government targeted Holiday in a growing effort to racialize the war on drugs, ultimately aiming to stop her from singing her controversial ballad, "Strange Fruit."
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Cast & crew
- Lee DanielsDirector
- Natasha Lyonneas Tallulah Bankhead
- Garrett Hedlundas Harry Anslinger
- Tyler James Williamsas Lester 'Prez' Young
- Leslie Jordanas Reginald Lord Devine
- Andra Dayas Billie Holiday
- Miss Lawrenceas Miss Freddy
- Rob Morganas Louis McKay
- Da'Vine Joy Randolphas Roslyn
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Questions about The United States vs. Billie Holiday
- What genre is The United States vs. Billie Holiday?
- The United States vs. Billie Holiday is categorised as Drama, History, Music.
- Who stars in The United States vs. Billie Holiday?
- Natasha Lyonne, Garrett Hedlund, Tyler James Williams, Leslie Jordan, Andra Day appear in the main cast.
- Who directed The United States vs. Billie Holiday?
- Lee Daniels directed The United States vs. Billie Holiday.
- How long is The United States vs. Billie Holiday?
- The United States vs. Billie Holiday runs for 2h 11m (131 minutes).
- Is The United States vs. Billie Holiday worth watching?
- It holds an audience score of 6.5/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.
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- Availability changes by country and over time. Use the "Where to watch" links on this page to see which legal streaming, rental or purchase services currently offer it.
