Bringemovies
← Browse Movies
Billie
TITLE DETAILS

Billie

2020-09-30 · 96 min · ★ 6.9

Documentary · Music

‘Lady Day’ was one of the greatest jazz vocalists the world ever heard. In 1971, journalist Linda Lipnack Kuehl set out to write the definitive biography of Billie Holiday. Before her mysterious death in 1978, Lipnack Kuehl had taped over 200 hours of interviews. The tapes have never been heard. Now they form the basis of an atmospheric, multi-layered documentary that captures the many complex facets of a proud black woman, violent drug addict, loyal friend, vindictive lover and unforgettable singer of ‘God Bless The Child’, ‘Saddest Tale’ and the haunting ‘Strange Fruit’.

Open detail page

Trailers are previews, not full movies.

No authorized playback source configured. Use the legal watch options below.

Production details

Directors
James Erskine
Production companies
Altitude Film Entertainment, New Black Films, REP Documentary, Concord Originals, BBC Music, Belga Productions, Polygram Entertainment
Countries
United Kingdom, United States of America, Belgium
Status
Released
Revenue
USD 202,931

Top Cast

Billie HolidayBillie Holidayself
Tony BennettTony Bennettself
Count BasieCount Basieself
Charles MingusCharles Mingusself

Title information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.

Where to watch

Availability provided by JustWatch via TMDb. Offers can change. Provider links are listed on TMDb; full playback requires a separately authorized source.

Rental

Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home

Purchase

Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home

View authorized watch options on TMDb

Recommendations

Supersonic
★ 7.4
Supersonic2016Documentary · Music

Supersonic charts the meteoric rise of Oasis from the council estates of Manchester to some of the biggest concerts of all time in just three short years. This palpable, raw and moving film shines a light on one of the most genre and generation-defining British bands that has ever existed and features candid new interviews with Noel and Liam Gallagher, their mother, and members of the band and road crew.

Matangi / Maya / M.I.A.
★ 7.5
Matangi / Maya / M.I.A.2018Documentary · Music

Drawn from a never before seen cache of personal footage spanning decades, this is an intimate portrait of the Sri Lankan artist and musician who continues to shatter conventions.

Halftime
★ 6.8
Halftime2022Documentary · Music

Global superstar Jennifer Lopez reflects on her multifaceted career and the pressure of life in the spotlight in this intimate documentary.

The Velvet Underground
★ 6.8
The Velvet Underground2021Documentary · Music

Experience the iconic rock band's legacy in the first major documentary to tell their story. Directed with the era’s avant-garde spirit by Todd Haynes, this kaleidoscopic oral history combines exclusive interviews with dazzling archival footage.

TINA
★ 7.7
TINA2021Documentary · Music

Tina Turner overcame impossible odds to become one of the first female Black artists to reach a mainstream international audience. Her road to superstardom is an undeniable story of triumph over adversity. It’s the ultimate story of survival – and an inspirational story of our times.

Zappa
★ 7.2
Zappa2020Documentary · Music

With the help of more than 10,000 dedicated Zappa fans, this is the long-awaited definitive documentary project of Alex Winter documenting the life and career of enigmatic groundbreaking rock star Frank Zappa. Alex also utilizes in this picture thousands of hours of painstakingly digitized videos, photos, audio, writing, and everything in between from Zappa's private archives. These chronicles have never been brought to a public audience before, until now.

Selena Gomez: My Mind & Me
★ 8.4
Selena Gomez: My Mind & Me2022Documentary · Music

After years in the limelight, Selena Gomez achieves unimaginable stardom. But just as she reaches a new peak, an unexpected turn pulls her into darkness. This uniquely raw and intimate documentary spans her six-year journey into a new light.

Miley Cyrus - Endless Summer Vacation (Backyard Sessions)
★ 8.2
Miley Cyrus - Endless Summer Vacation (Backyard Sessions)2023Documentary · Music

Miley Cyrus takes the stage in this must-see, Disney+ music event featuring debut performances of her highly anticipated eighth studio album, "Endless Summer Vacation." The global superstar’s cinematic, one-of-a-kind performances are threaded together with exclusive interviews where she provides insight to her new album and the person she is today.

Imagine: John Lennon
★ 7.0
Imagine: John Lennon1988Documentary · Music

The biography of former Beatle, John Lennon—narrated by Lennon himself—with extensive material from Yoko Ono's personal collection, previously unseen footage from Lennon's private archives, and interviews with David Bowie, his first wife Cynthia, second wife Yoko Ono and sons Julian and Sean.

Biggie: I Got a Story to Tell
★ 7.1
Biggie: I Got a Story to Tell2021Documentary · Music

Christopher Wallace, AKA The Notorious B.I.G., remains one of Hip-Hop’s icons, renowned for his distinctive flow and autobiographical lyrics. This documentary celebrates his life via rare behind-the-scenes footage and the testimonies of his closest friends and family.

Amy
★ 7.6
Amy2015Documentary · Music

A documentary on the life of Amy Winehouse, the immensely talented yet doomed songstress. We see her from her teen years, where she already showed her singing abilities, to her finding success and then her downward spiral into alcoholism and drugs.

Travis Scott: Look Mom I Can Fly
★ 6.8
Travis Scott: Look Mom I Can Fly2019Documentary · Music

While crafting his Grammy-nominated album "Astroworld," Travis Scott juggles controversy, fatherhood and career highs in this intimate documentary.

Pamela, A Love Story
★ 7.0
Pamela, A Love Story2023Documentary

In her own words, through personal video and diaries, Pamela Anderson shares the story of her rise to fame, rocky romances and infamous sex tape scandal.

Shawn Mendes: In Wonder
★ 8.1
Shawn Mendes: In Wonder2020Documentary · Music

A portrait of singer-songwriter Shawn Mendes' life, chronicling the past few years of his rise and journey.

The Beach Boys
★ 6.7
The Beach Boys2024Documentary · Music

A celebration of the legendary band that revolutionized pop music, and the iconic, harmonious sound they created that personified the California dream, captivating fans for generations and generations to come.

Billie Eilish: The World's a Little Blurry
★ 8.2
Billie Eilish: The World's a Little Blurry2021Documentary · Music

This documentary offers a deeply intimate look at extraordinary teenager Billie Eilish. Award-winning filmmaker R.J. Cutler follows her journey on the road, onstage, and at home with her family as the writing and recording of her debut album changes her life.

Bad Reputation
★ 6.6
Bad Reputation2018Documentary · Music

The life and career of rock n' roll icon Joan Jett from her early years ripping it up onstage as the founder and backbone of hard-rock legends The Runaways, to her long time collaboration with Kenny Laguna as Joan Jett & the Blackhearts, and her enduring presence in pop culture as a rock pioneer and mentor. With her inimitable singles "I Love Rock n Roll," and "Bad Reputation" Joan Jett inspired a generation of young women to rock.

Lucy and Desi
★ 7.1
Lucy and Desi2022Documentary

Explore the unlikely partnership and enduring legacy of one of the most prolific power couples in entertainment history. Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz risked everything to be together.

My Mom Jayne
★ 8.0
My Mom Jayne2025Documentary

Through deeply personal interviews with her siblings and an examination of the photographs, letters, and belongings left behind, Mariska assembles a new portrait of her mother Jayne Mansfield, an extraordinary and complex woman.

Lewis Capaldi: How I'm Feeling Now
★ 7.5
Lewis Capaldi: How I'm Feeling Now2023Documentary · Music

An intimate, all-access documentary that will chronicle Lewis Capaldi's journey from a scrappy teen with a viral performance to a Grammy-nominated pop star.

Similar titles

The Nativity Scene of Michele Pascuzzi
★ 10.0
The Nativity Scene of Michele Pascuzzi2023Documentary

A short documentary about the intricate nativity scenes of Michele Pascuzzi.

The Comeback
★ 7.0
The Comeback1980Documentary

After an absence of five years, six times Mr Olympia winner Arnold Schwarzenegger makes a comeback and attempts to take the World Body Building Championship for the 7th time.

Une journée avec Jacques Brel
★ 7.0
Une journée avec Jacques Brel2023Music

Hill
★ 7.4
Hill2025Documentary

In 1996, Damon Hill claimed the Formula 1 world championship—defying the odds and overcoming familial tragedy to step out of his father’s shadow and become a racing legend in his own right.

Theodore Ushev: Unseen Connections
Not rated
Theodore Ushev: Unseen Connections2022Documentary

While visiting his native country to shoot his first live-action film (PHI 1.618), animation filmmaker Theodore Ushev recounts the highlights of his life in Bulgaria and recalls the various underground artistic movements that have influenced him. Featuring archival footage, film clips and talking-head segments with friends and family, this fascinating documentary takes a personal and political dive into the teeming creative universe developed through experience with people and events by the award-winning director of LIPSETT DIARIES, BLIND VAYSHA and THE PHYSICS OF SORROW.

Dust Radio: A Film About Chris Whitley
Not rated
Dust Radio: A Film About Chris Whitley2017Documentary · Music

A look at the work, life and eventual death of singer-songwriter Chris Whitley, whose many albums (on both major and indy labels) received universally good reviews, earning him a fan base among top tier musicians and journalists; though never bringing sustained mainstream success.

E. M. Cioran. Sa vie. Son oeuvre
★ 6.2
E. M. Cioran. Sa vie. Son oeuvre1999Documentary

I Was a Jewish Sex Worker
★ 3.7
I Was a Jewish Sex Worker1996Documentary

I Was a Jewish Sex Worker is a humorous, no-holds-barred autobiographical film about the director’s former career as a sex worker and his relationship with his Jewish family. From graphic, erotic massages to a revealing interview with his grandmother, Roth tells a unique tale and explores themes of sexual wellness, connection and self-realization. Featuring guest appearances by German filmmaker Rosa von Praunheim and sexologist/performer Annie Sprinkle.

Frank Serpico
★ 5.9
Frank Serpico2017Documentary

In 1972, officer Frank Serpico exposes the corruption which poisons the roots of the NYPD and becomes famous in 1973 when director Sidney Lumet tells his story in the classic film “Serpico,” starring Al Pacino.

I'm Not There
★ 6.5
I'm Not There2007Music

Six actors portray six personas of music legend Bob Dylan in scenes depicting various stages of his life, chronicling his rise from unknown folksinger to international icon and revealing how Dylan constantly reinvented himself.

Flannery
★ 5.0
Flannery2019Documentary

Explore the life of Flannery O’Connor whose provocative fiction was unlike anything published before. Featuring never-before-seen archival footage, newly discovered journals, and interviews with Mary Karr, Tommy Lee Jones, Hilton Als, and more.

Wonder Boy
★ 6.7
Wonder Boy2019Documentary

At age 25, Olivier Rousteing was named the creative director of the French luxury fashion house, Balmain. At the time, Rousteing was a relatively unknown designer, but in the decade since, he’s proven his business prowess and artistic instinct by leading Balmain to new heights. Wonderboy gives the viewer the rare opportunity to experience the inner sanctum of the fashion world, as we stand shoulder-to-shoulder with this extraordinary individual while he works.

Poster unavailable
Not rated
The Last Years1963Documentary

This biographical film examines the multitalented personality of Karel Čapek and the context behind the creation of his works such as Krakatit, The White Disease, R-U-R, War with the Newts, or the “pocket stories”.

At Long Last Love
★ 5.1
At Long Last Love1975Music

Four socialites unexpectedly clash: heiress Brooke Carter runs into gambler Johnny Spanish at the race track while playboy Michael O. Pritchard nearly runs into stage star Kitty O'Kelly with his car. Backstage at Kitty's show, it turns out she and Brooke are old friends who attended public school together. The foursome do the town, accompanied by Brooke's companion Elizabeth, who throws herself at Michael's butler and chauffeur Rodney James.

MICHAEL KOCÁB - ROCKER VS. POLITICIAN
Not rated
MICHAEL KOCÁB - ROCKER VS. POLITICIAN2022Documentary

The title of this documentary about Michael Kocáb alone suggests that art and politics will collide onscreen. Although this cinematic portrayal focuses primarily on the artistic pursuits of the protagonist — who reminisces with slight improvisation his years at the conservatoire and his performances with his band Pražský výběr — the film also maps his political and personal milestones and conveys his current world views and personal reflections on historical and political events. The documentary is playful and spontaneous and features dynamic shots with rock music that has stood the test of time.

My Father
Not rated
My FatherDocumentary

Shadowed by secrecy, a boy discovers a mystical gift - the mysterious ability to harness “The Light” to heal others. His journey to power unravels as he struggles to heal his own wounds to become the father his son needs.

Stallone: Frank, That Is
★ 5.8
Stallone: Frank, That Is2021Documentary

An inside look into the fascinating life, career and survival of the most unknown famous entertainer in Hollywood.

ART IS PLAY (this is a film about Hanoch Piven)
Not rated
ART IS PLAY (this is a film about Hanoch Piven)Documentary

A short visual tale about the life, works, and failures of Hanoch Piven, an internationally acclaimed artist who creates funny portraits of people from everyday objects. Through his playful worldview, Piven reminds us how to find faces in unexpected places, how to practice empathy, and above all - how to stop taking yourself too damn seriously!

Poster unavailable
★ 7.7
Hitchcock, Selznick and the End of Hollywood1999Documentary

Paying homage to two of Hollywood's central icons, the film creates an unparalleled portrait of two very different personalities amidst the demise of the studio system.

Desert Dancer
★ 6.9
Desert Dancer2014Music

Inspirational true story of Iranian dancer Afshin Ghaffarian, who risked his life for his dream to become a dancer despite a nationwide dancing ban.

Your favorites

Recently viewed

Watch

Choose an authorized server.

Full video from an operator-configured authorized source. Official trailers use a separate player. If a server fails, retry or select another authorized server.

Legal watch options

Official trailer

Trailer preview only. Press Play to start.

Privacy choices

Favorites stay in your browser. Movie images load from TMDb. YouTube trailers contact YouTube only after you allow external media and choose a trailer. Advertising consent, if ads are enabled, is managed separately by the operator’s certified CMP.

Privacy policy

After allowing external media, choose the trailer button to load its player.