Ma Rainey's Black Bottom
2020, English. Directed by George C. Wolfe.
It would be an empty world without the blues.
Tensions rise when the trailblazing Mother of the Blues and her band gather at a Chicago recording studio in 1927. Adapted from August Wilson's play.
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
Start now and it ends at ….
Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.6/10 from 1,300 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Ma Rainey's Black Bottom
Ma Rainey's Black Bottom is streaming on Netflix in India.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 25 November 2020
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Ruben Santiago-Hudson
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What Ma Rainey's Black Bottom is based on
Ma Rainey's Black Bottom is based on Ma Rainey's Black Bottom, a play or musical by August Wilson.
Play or musical
Ma Rainey's Black Bottom
By August Wilson
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Ma Rainey's Black Bottom: quick answers
Is Ma Rainey's Black Bottom worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.6/10 from 1,300 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Ma Rainey's Black Bottom?
Ma Rainey's Black Bottom runs 93 minutes (1h 33m).
Does Ma Rainey's Black Bottom have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Ma Rainey's Black Bottom. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Ma Rainey's Black Bottom parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Ma Rainey's Black Bottom is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Ma Rainey's Black Bottom on?
Ma Rainey's Black Bottom is streaming on Netflix in India. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Ma Rainey's Black Bottom?
If you liked Ma Rainey's Black Bottom, try Bessie, Cadillac Records, I Am Woman.
Who directed Ma Rainey's Black Bottom?
Ma Rainey's Black Bottom (2020) was directed by George C. Wolfe and stars Viola Davis, Chadwick Boseman, Colman Domingo.
What is Ma Rainey's Black Bottom based on?
Ma Rainey's Black Bottom is based on Ma Rainey's Black Bottom, a play or musical by August Wilson.