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Chronicles the rise and fall of legendary blues singer Billie Holiday, beginning with her traumatic youth. The story depicts her early attempts at a singing career and her eventual rise to stardom, as well as her difficult relationship with Louis McKay, her boyfriend and manager. Casting a shadow over even Holiday's brightest moments is the vocalist's severe drug addiction, which threatens to end both her career and her life.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where can I watch Lady Sings the Blues online?
- You can stream Lady Sings the Blues on NettMovies. Open the title page and press Watch to start playback.
- When did Lady Sings the Blues come out?
- Lady Sings the Blues was released in 1972.
- What genre is Lady Sings the Blues?
- Lady Sings the Blues is a drama and music film.
- How long is Lady Sings the Blues?
- Lady Sings the Blues runs about 2h 24m (144 minutes).
- Who stars in Lady Sings the Blues?
- Lady Sings the Blues stars Diana Ross, Billy Dee Williams, Richard Pryor, and James T. Callahan.
- How is Lady Sings the Blues rated?
- Lady Sings the Blues currently scores 6.9 out of 10 based on aggregated viewer ratings.
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