Scott Joplin
"Scott Joplin's ragtime music portrayed America...only Billy Dee Williams could portray Scott Joplin."
Originally released in 1977. Scott Joplin is a music/history film. directed by Jeremy Kagan.
Starring Billy Dee Williams, Clifton Davis, and Margaret Avery
Synopsis
The life story of Scott Joplin and how he became the greatest ragtime composer of all time.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 11, 1977
48 years ago
Runtime
1h 36m
96 minutes total
User Rating
6.1/10
Good (7 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Motown Productions
- Universal Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scott Joplin about?
The life story of Scott Joplin and how he became the greatest ragtime composer of all time.
Who directed Scott Joplin?
Scott Joplin was directed by Jeremy Kagan.
How long is Scott Joplin?
Scott Joplin has a runtime of 1 hours and 36 minutes (96 minutes total).
When was Scott Joplin released?
Scott Joplin was released on February 11, 1977 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Scott Joplin?
The main cast of Scott Joplin includes Billy Dee Williams, Clifton Davis, Margaret Avery, Eubie Blake, Godfrey Cambridge.