Notorious 2009
“No dream is too B.I.G.”
What is Notorious?
Notorious is a film first released in 2009. Catalogued under Music, Drama, History.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2009
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 122 minutes
- Release date
- Jan 16, 2009
- Studios
- Fox Searchlight Pictures
- Genres
- Music, Drama, History
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 7.0/10
- Episode runtime
- ~122 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- Fox Searchlight Pictures
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Overview
Notorious is a film first released in 2009. Catalogued under Music, Drama, History. Produced and broadcast by Fox Searchlight Pictures. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A hustler’s rise from Brooklyn streets to rap legend in a gritty biopic.”
- Features authentic Notorious B.I.G. recordings
- Depicts the artist’s meteoric rise from street hustler to rap icon
- Directed by George Tillman Jr., grounding the story in drama
- Primarily a biography, which may not satisfy viewers seeking fictional action
Watch it if you’re interested in hip‑hop history or the life of The Notorious B.I.G.
The film contains mature themes and language typical of a street‑life biopic, suited for adult audiences.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is the film about?
It chronicles the life of Christopher Wallace, known as The Notorious B.I.G.
What genre does Notorious belong to?
It is a music‑drama‑history biographical film.
Who directed Notorious?
The film was directed by George Tillman Jr.
Does the movie include original music?
Yes, it includes several authentic recordings and songs by The Notorious B.I.G.
When was Notorious released?
It was released in the United States on January 16, 2009.
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