Ray
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.
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Streaming now in the United States on Starz Apple TV channel and YouTube Free.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
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Official Trailer
The Mess Around - Full Scene
Ray Charles' First Piano Lesson
Ray Charles Rejects Jim Crow Segregation
Every Great Musical Performance—"Hit the Road Jack," "Mess Around," "What'd I Say" and more!
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Frequently asked questions about Ray
Where can I watch Ray in the United States?
Ray is available to stream on Starz Apple TV channel and YouTube Free in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch Ray for free?
Ray streams free with ads in the United States on YouTube Free. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for Ray?
Ray scores 7.5 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Ray?
Ray stars Jamie Foxx, Kerry Washington, Regina King, Harry Lennix, and Clifton Powell. Taylor Hackford is the director.
How long is Ray?
Ray runs 2h 32m (152 minutes).
When did Ray come out?
Ray was released on October 29, 2004.
Which studio made Ray?
Ray was produced by Bristol Bay Productions, Universal Pictures, and Anvil Films in the United States.
What was the budget for Ray?
Ray was made on a budget of $40,000,000.
How much did Ray make at the box office?
Ray grossed $124,700,000 worldwide, against a budget of $40,000,000.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.