What Happened, Miss Simone? movie poster

What Happened, Miss Simone?

2015 · 1h 41m · Released

Music, Documentary

The film chronicles Nina Simone's journey from child piano prodigy to iconic musician and passionate activist, told in her own words.

7.4 The Movie Database

Where to stream What Happened, Miss Simone?

Streaming now in the United States on Netflix.

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Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

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Nina Simone - What Happened, Miss Simone? - Trailer
What Happened, Miss Simone - Official Trailer

Top cast and crew

Liz Garbus Director
Nina Simone Herself
Lisa Simone Herself
Dick Gregory Himself
Stanley Crouch Himself
Elisabeth Henry-Macari Miss Mazzie
IS Ilyasah Shabazz Self
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Frequently asked questions about What Happened, Miss Simone?

Where can I watch What Happened, Miss Simone? in the United States?

What Happened, Miss Simone? is available to stream on Netflix 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 What Happened, Miss Simone? on Netflix?

Yes. What Happened, Miss Simone? is streaming on Netflix in the United States.

Can I watch What Happened, Miss Simone? for free?

Not free in the United States right now. What Happened, Miss Simone? needs a subscription to Netflix, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

What are the ratings for What Happened, Miss Simone??

What Happened, Miss Simone? scores 7.4 on The Movie Database.

Who stars in What Happened, Miss Simone??

What Happened, Miss Simone? stars Nina Simone, Lisa Simone, Dick Gregory, Stanley Crouch, and Elisabeth Henry-Macari. Liz Garbus is the director.

How long is What Happened, Miss Simone??

What Happened, Miss Simone? runs 1h 41m (101 minutes).

When did What Happened, Miss Simone? come out?

What Happened, Miss Simone? was released on January 22, 2015.

Which studio made What Happened, Miss Simone??

What Happened, Miss Simone? was produced by RadicalMedia and Story Syndicate in the United States.

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