Introducing Dorothy Dandridge
1999, English. Directed by Martha Coolidge.
Right woman. Right place. Wrong time.
An acclaimed stage performer, Dorothy still struggled with the challenge of her color, in a time that wouldn't let some stars in by the front door. Yet against the odds she beat out many more famous rivals for the role of "Carmen Jones", becoming the first black woman ever nominated for a Best Actress Academy Award. Marriages and affairs would break her heart, but her heart was strong. Seductive and easily seduced, she was born to be a star - with all the glory and all the pain of being loved, abused, cheated, glorified, undermined and undefeated. Here was a woman who wouldn't wait in the wings. Halle Berry stars as Dorothy Dandrige.
- Runtime
- 1h 55m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.4/10 from 53 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Introducing Dorothy Dandridge
Introducing Dorothy Dandridge is streaming on HBO Max in India.
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Cast & crew
- Martha CoolidgeDirector
- Halle BerryDorothy Dandridge
- Brent SpinerEarl Mills
- Klaus Maria BrandauerOtto Preminger
- Obba BabatundéHarold Nicholas
- Loretta DevineRuby Dandridge
- Cynda WilliamsVivian Dandridge
- LaTanya Richardson JacksonAuntie
- Tamara TaylorGeri Nicholas
- William AthertonDarryl Zanuck
- D. B. SweeneyJack Denison
- Billy MayoSergeant
- Sharon BrownEtta Jones
Details
- Released
- 21 August 1999
- Country
- United States of America
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Introducing Dorothy Dandridge: quick answers
Is Introducing Dorothy Dandridge worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.4/10 from 53 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Introducing Dorothy Dandridge?
Introducing Dorothy Dandridge runs 115 minutes (1h 55m).
Does Introducing Dorothy Dandridge have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Introducing Dorothy Dandridge. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Introducing Dorothy Dandridge parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Introducing Dorothy Dandridge is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Introducing Dorothy Dandridge on?
Introducing Dorothy Dandridge is streaming on HBO Max in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Introducing Dorothy Dandridge?
If you liked Introducing Dorothy Dandridge, try Iron Jawed Angels, Cheaters, American Son.
Who directed Introducing Dorothy Dandridge?
Introducing Dorothy Dandridge (1999) was directed by Martha Coolidge and stars Halle Berry, Brent Spiner, Klaus Maria Brandauer.