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Scott Joplin

"Scott Joplin's ragtime music portrayed America...only Billy Dee Williams could portray Scott Joplin."

February 11, 1977 1h 36m 6.1/10 (7 votes)

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

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Release Date February 11, 1977 48 years ago
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Runtime 1h 36m 96 minutes total
User Rating 6.1/10 Good (7 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

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.