Get On Up
A chronicle of James Brown's rise from extreme poverty to become one of the most influential musicians in history.
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Streaming now in the United States on Starz 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 International Trailer
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Chadwick Boseman as James Brown - Extended Preview
The Story of James Brown
Chadwick Boseman Performs at the Boston Garden
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Frequently asked questions about Get On Up
Where can I watch Get On Up in the United States?
Get On Up is available to stream on Starz 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 Get On Up for free?
Get On Up 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 Get On Up?
Get On Up scores 6.8 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Get On Up?
Get On Up stars Chadwick Boseman, Nelsan Ellis, Dan Aykroyd, Viola Davis, and Lennie James. Tate Taylor is the director.
How long is Get On Up?
Get On Up runs 2h 19m (139 minutes).
When did Get On Up come out?
Get On Up was released on August 1, 2014.
Which studio made Get On Up?
Get On Up was produced by Jagged Films, Imagine Entertainment, and Universal Pictures in the United States.
What was the budget for Get On Up?
Get On Up was made on a budget of $30,000,000.
How much did Get On Up make at the box office?
Get On Up grossed $33,448,971 worldwide, against a budget of $30,000,000.
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.