Ray

2004 | 152 minutes | 7.4 ★ (1954)

Ray
  • Overview

    Born on a sharecropping plantation in Northern Florida, Ray Charles went blind at seven. Inspired by a fiercely independent mom who insisted he make his own way, He found his calling and his gift behind a piano keyboard. Touring across the Southern musical circuit, the soulful singer gained a reputation and then exploded with worldwide fame when he pioneered coupling gospel and country together.

  • Release Date

    29 October 2004

  • DirectingTaylor Hackford
  • Budget

    $40,000,000.00

  • Revenue

    $124,700,000.00

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