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Synopsis
Born on a sharecropping plantation in Northern Florida, Ray Charles went blind at seven. Inspired by a fiercely independent mom who insisted he make his own way, He found his calling and his gift behind a piano keyboard. Touring across the Southern musical circuit, the soulful singer gained a reputation and then exploded with worldwide fame when he pioneered coupling gospel and country together.
Release windows
When & where
US
- In CinemasThu, Oct 14, 2004Starz Denver International Film Festival
- PhysicalTue, Feb 1, 2005DVD
GB
- In CinemasSun, Oct 31, 2004BFI London Film Festival
- PhysicalMon, Jun 6, 2005DVD
CA
- In CinemasSun, Sep 12, 2004Toronto International Film Festival
AU
- In CinemasThu, Jan 27, 2005
FR
- In CinemasTue, Feb 22, 2005
DE
- In CinemasWed, Jan 5, 2005
JP
- Streaming / DigitalSat, Jan 29, 2005
Where to watch
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Cast
Top of the call sheet
Jamie Foxx
as Ray Charles
Kerry Washington
as Della Bea Robinson
Regina King
as Margie Hendricks
Harry Lennix
as Joe Adams
Clifton Powell
as Jeff Brown
Bokeem Woodbine
as Fathead Newman
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