Porgy and Bess
“The Goldwyn Touch!...more dramatic than ever before!”
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In the early 1900s, the fictional Catfish Row section of Charleston, South Carolina serves as home to a black fishing community. Crippled beggar Porgy, who travels about in a goat-drawn cart, loves the drug-addicted Bess, who lives with stevedore Crown, the local bully.
Cast
Sidney Poitier
as Porgy
Dorothy Dandridge
as Bess
Sammy Davis Jr.
as Sportin' Life
Pearl Bailey
as Maria
Brock Peters
as Crowne
Diahann Carroll
as Clara
Leslie Scott
as Jake
Ruth Attaway
as Serena Robbins
Claude Akins
as Detective
Clarence Muse
as Peter
Everdinne Wilson
as Annie
Ivan Dixon
as Jim
Scatman Crothers
as Crabman
Maya Angelou
as Dancer
Nichelle Nichols
as Dancer
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Stream Porgy and Bess online free in HD on CineFlixo. A popular music, drama, and romance movie originally produced in Inglés and released in 1959, it's earned a solid 6.3/10 from 26 viewers worldwide.
About Porgy and Bess
“The Goldwyn Touch!...more dramatic than ever before!”
In the early 1900s, the fictional Catfish Row section of Charleston, South Carolina serves as home to a black fishing community. Crippled beggar Porgy, who travels about in a goat-drawn cart, loves the drug-addicted Bess, who lives with stevedore Crown, the local bully. Running 138 minutes.
Porgy and Bess Cast and Characters
The cast features Sidney Poitier (as Porgy), Dorothy Dandridge (as Bess), Sammy Davis Jr. (as Sportin' Life), Pearl Bailey (as Maria), and Brock Peters (as Crowne). Their performances are a major reason Porgy and Bess has built such a passionate audience.
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Porgy and Bess flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts and chemistry between leads that actually feels real. If you enjoy Inglés storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
Frequently Asked Questions about Porgy and Bess
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How long is Porgy and Bess?
Porgy and Bess runs for 138 minutes (about 2.3 hours).
Is Porgy and Bess good? What's the rating?
Porgy and Bess holds a 6.3/10 rating based on 26 reviews — a solid pick if the genre interests you.
Who is in the cast of Porgy and Bess?
The main cast includes Sidney Poitier, Dorothy Dandridge, Sammy Davis Jr., and Pearl Bailey, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Porgy and Bess available in Inglés?
Yes — Porgy and Bess was originally produced in Inglés and that's the version you'll stream here on CineFlixo. English subtitles are provided when available.
When was Porgy and Bess released?
Porgy and Bess was released in 1959.
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What is Porgy and Bess about?
Porgy and Bess is a Music/Drama English-language film. In the early 1900s, the fictional Catfish Row section of Charleston, South Carolina serves as home to a black fishing community. Crippled beggar Porgy, who travels about in a goat-drawn cart, loves the drug-addicted Bess, who lives with stevedore Crown, the local bully.
When was Porgy and Bess released?
Porgy and Bess was released on June 24, 1959. It has a runtime of 2h 18m. The film was produced by Samuel Goldwyn Productions.
Who stars in Porgy and Bess?
Porgy and Bess stars Sidney Poitier, Dorothy Dandridge, Sammy Davis Jr. and Pearl Bailey. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is Porgy and Bess available in HD?
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