Mr. Dynamite: The Rise of James Brown
James Brown changed the face of American music forever. Abandoned by his parents at an early age, James Brown was a self-made man who became one of the most influential artists of the 20th century, not just through his music, but also as a social activist. Charting his journey from rhythm and blues to funk, MR. DYNAMITE: THE RISE OF JAMES BROWN features rare and previously unseen footage, photographs and interviews, chronicling the musical ascension of “the hardest working man in show business,” from his first hit, “Please, Please, Please,” in 1956, to his iconic performances at the Apollo Theater, the T.A.M.I. Show, the Paris Olympia and more.
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Streaming now in the United States on Amazon Prime Video and Qello Concerts by Stingray Amazon Channel.
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Frequently asked questions about Mr. Dynamite: The Rise of James Brown
Where can I watch Mr. Dynamite: The Rise of James Brown in the United States?
Mr. Dynamite: The Rise of James Brown is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video and Qello Concerts by Stingray Amazon Channel in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is Mr. Dynamite: The Rise of James Brown on Amazon Prime Video?
Yes. Mr. Dynamite: The Rise of James Brown is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in the United States, alongside Qello Concerts by Stingray Amazon Channel.
Can I watch Mr. Dynamite: The Rise of James Brown for free?
Not free in the United States right now. Mr. Dynamite: The Rise of James Brown needs a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Qello Concerts by Stingray Amazon Channel, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
What are the ratings for Mr. Dynamite: The Rise of James Brown?
Mr. Dynamite: The Rise of James Brown scores 6.9 on The Movie Database, 7.4 on IMDb, and 86% on Rotten Tomatoes.
Who stars in Mr. Dynamite: The Rise of James Brown?
Mr. Dynamite: The Rise of James Brown stars James Brown, Bootsy Collins, Chuck D, Mick Jagger, and Questlove. Alex Gibney is the director.
How long is Mr. Dynamite: The Rise of James Brown?
Mr. Dynamite: The Rise of James Brown runs 1h 55m (115 minutes).
When did Mr. Dynamite: The Rise of James Brown come out?
Mr. Dynamite: The Rise of James Brown was released on April 27, 2014.
Which studio made Mr. Dynamite: The Rise of James Brown?
Mr. Dynamite: The Rise of James Brown was produced by Jigsaw Productions, Jagged Films, and Inaudible Films in the United States.
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