Porgy and Bess (2002)

Storyline

In the early 1900s, the fictional Catfish Row section of Charleston, South Carolina serves as home to a black fishing community. Crippled beggar Porgy, who travels about in a goat-drawn cart, loves the drug-addicted Bess, who lives with stevedore Crown, the local bully.

Key Information

                                        Director
                                        Tazewell Thompson
                                    

                                        Writers
                                        Dorothy Heyward, Ira Gershwin
                                    

                                    Studio
                                    PBS
                                

                                    Rating
                                    10.0/10
                                

                                    Language
                                    EN
                                

Cast & Crew

Marquita Lister

Bess

Alvy Powell

Porgy

Timothy Robert Blevins

Crown

Sabrina Elaine Carten

Maria

Dwayne Clark

Sportin' Life

David Aron Damane

Jake

Darryl Reuben Hall

Company

Wynn Harmon

The Detective

Charles Mandracchia

Policeman

Angela Renée Simpson

Serena

Martin Sola

Nelson

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Porgy and Bess released?

Porgy and Bess was released on March 20, 2002.

How long is Porgy and Bess?

The runtime of Porgy and Bess is 2h 33m.

What genre is Porgy and Bess?

Porgy and Bess is a Music movie.

What is the rating of Porgy and Bess?

Porgy and Bess has a rating of 10.0 out of 10 on TMDB.

Where can I watch Porgy and Bess?

Porgy and Bess is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.

Who directed Porgy and Bess?

Porgy and Bess was directed by Tazewell Thompson.

Who stars in Porgy and Bess?

The main cast of Porgy and Bess includes Marquita Lister, Alvy Powell, Timothy Robert Blevins.

What language is Porgy and Bess in?

Porgy and Bess is originally in English.