Ray 2004
“The extraordinary life story of Ray Charles.”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 152 minutes
- Director
- Taylor Hackford
- Networks
- Bristol Bay Productions, Universal Pictures, Anvil Films
What is Ray?
Ray is a film first released in 2004. Catalogued under Drama, Music.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2004
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 152 minutes
- Release date
- Oct 29, 2004
- Studios
- Bristol Bay Productions, Universal Pictures, Anvil Films
- Genres
- Drama, Music
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 7.5/10
- Episode runtime
- ~152 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Bristol Bay Productions, Universal Pictures, Anvil Films
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Overview
Ray is a film first released in 2004. Catalogued under Drama, Music. Produced and broadcast by Bristol Bay Productions, Universal Pictures, Anvil Films. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A blind boy from a Florida plantation rises to global fame by blending gospel and country.”
- Powerful true-life story of overcoming adversity
- Shows the rise of a musical legend
- Highlights the fusion of gospel and country
- Focus remains on early career, omitting later years
- Appeals most to viewers interested in music history
Watch it if you enjoy stories of perseverance and groundbreaking music.
The film is uplifting and music‑driven, suitable for general audiences.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is the film about?
It follows the life of Ray Charles, the legendary singer‑pianist.
Where was Ray Charles born?
He was born on a sharecropping plantation in Northern Florida.
What challenge did he face as a child?
He went blind at the age of seven.
What musical styles are featured?
The story emphasizes his blend of gospel and country music.
How did he achieve worldwide fame?
He gained fame by pioneering the coupling of gospel and country sounds.
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