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Get on Up

"The Funk Don't Quit"

August 1, 2014 2h 19m 6.8/10 (553 votes)

Originally released in 2014. Get on Up is a drama/music film. directed by Tate Taylor. With a runtime of 2h 19m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Chadwick Boseman, Nelsan Ellis, and Dan Aykroyd

Synopsis

A chronicle of James Brown's rise from extreme poverty to become one of the most influential musicians in history.

Quick Facts

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Release Date August 1, 2014 11 years ago
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Runtime 2h 19m 139 minutes total
User Rating 6.8/10 Good (553 votes)
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Budget $30M Production budget
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Box Office $33.4M 1.1x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$30,000,000
Revenue
$33,448,971

Production Companies

  • Jagged Films
  • Imagine Entertainment
  • Universal Pictures

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Get on Up about?

A chronicle of James Brown's rise from extreme poverty to become one of the most influential musicians in history.

Who directed Get on Up?

Get on Up was directed by Tate Taylor.

How long is Get on Up?

Get on Up has a runtime of 2 hours and 19 minutes (139 minutes total).

When was Get on Up released?

Get on Up was released on August 1, 2014 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Get on Up?

The main cast of Get on Up includes Chadwick Boseman, Nelsan Ellis, Dan Aykroyd, Viola Davis, Lennie James.

Is Get on Up worth watching?

Get on Up has a user rating of 6.8/10 based on 553 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.