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Little Richard: King and Queen of Rock ’n’ Roll (2023): Cast

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Little Richard: King and Queen of Rock ’n’ Roll is a 2023 music documentary directed by James House, starring Little Richard, Ringo Starr and Keith Richards. It runs 1 hour 29 minutes.

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Little Richard: King and Queen of Rock ’n’ Roll (2023) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 29m (89 min)
Director
James House
Genres
Music , Documentary
Original language
English
Studio
BBC
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Little Richard: King and Queen of Rock ’n’ Roll About?

The premise of Little Richard: King and Queen of Rock ’n’ Roll without spoilers.

Richard Penniman, known as Little Richard, was a groundbreaking artist who helped define rock 'n' roll. Growing up in the segregated South, he defied conventions and captivated 1950s America with his energetic performances and unique style. His influence extended to iconic bands like The Beatles and The Rolling Stones, and he inspired artists ranging from David Bowie to Prince. Despite his enormous contribution, Little Richard felt his legacy was often overshadowed by white rock stars. His career was marked by internal struggles between his faith and his music, leading to multiple retirements from rock 'n' roll.

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Cast & crew

Little Richard: King and Queen of Rock ’n’ Roll Cast

Little Richard leads the cast, with Ringo Starr and Keith Richards. Directed by James House; 12 actors are credited in all.

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Little Richard: King and Queen of Rock ’n’ Roll FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Little Richard: King and Queen of Rock ’n’ Roll, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Little Richard: King and Queen of Rock ’n’ Roll?

Little Richard: King and Queen of Rock ’n’ Roll runs 1 hour 29 minutes (89 minutes).

When was Little Richard: King and Queen of Rock ’n’ Roll released?

Little Richard: King and Queen of Rock ’n’ Roll was released on April 22, 2023.

Who directed Little Richard: King and Queen of Rock ’n’ Roll?

Little Richard: King and Queen of Rock ’n’ Roll was directed by James House.

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Who is in the cast of Little Richard: King and Queen of Rock ’n’ Roll?

Little Richard: King and Queen of Rock ’n’ Roll stars Little Richard, Ringo Starr and Keith Richards, among 12 credited actors.

Does Little Richard: King and Queen of Rock ’n’ Roll have a post-credit scene?

No. Little Richard: King and Queen of Rock ’n’ Roll has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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