Black Nativity(2013)
The Musical Event of the Holiday Season
Synopsis
A street-wise teen from Baltimore who has been raised by a single mother travels to New York City to spend the Christmas holiday with his estranged relatives, where he embarks on a surprising and inspirational journey.
Directed by Kasi Lemmons
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Cast
Forest Whitaker
Reverend Cornell Cobbs
Angela Bassett
Aretha Cobbs
Jennifer Hudson
Naima
Tyrese Gibson
Loot / Tyson
Jacob Latimore
Langston
Mary J. Blige
Platinum Fro
Nas
Street Prophet (Isaiah)
Vondie Curtis-Hall
Pawnbroker
Grace Gibson
Maria / Mary
J. Mallory McCree
Kyle
Rotimi
Officer Butch McDaniels
Michael Dale
Innkeeper
Doug Willen
Chic Man
Henry Hunter Hall
Snoopy
Marija Abney
Nativity Dancer
Jevon McFerrin
Bus Singer #2 (uncredited)
Amyrh Harris
Church Goer (uncredited)
Paugh Shadow
Bethlehem / Modern Day Thug Hallucination (uncredited)
Black Nativity — frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Black Nativity?+
Black Nativity is available to stream on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country and changes over time.
When did Black Nativity come out?+
Black Nativity was released in 2013.
How long is Black Nativity?+
Black Nativity runs for 93 minutes (1 hour and 33 minutes).
Who directed Black Nativity?+
Black Nativity was directed by Kasi Lemmons.
Who stars in Black Nativity?+
Black Nativity stars Forest Whitaker, Angela Bassett, Jennifer Hudson, Tyrese Gibson and Jacob Latimore.
Is Black Nativity worth watching?+
Black Nativity holds a 5.2/10 rating from 66 TMDB users, and is best suited to fans of music and drama.
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