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Bessie

Survival began with a song

6.4(128)20151h 47m
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Where to watch Bessie in Philippines

Bessie is streaming on HBO Max in Philippines. Availability checked 9 June 2026.

About Bessie

Bessie is a 2015 movie in the Drama, Music and TV Movie genres, directed by Dee Rees, starring Queen Latifah, Mo'Nique and Mike Epps. It has a runtime of 1 hour 47 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.4/10 from 128 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Bessie in Philippines — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

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Overview

The story of legendary blues performer, Bessie Smith, who rose to fame during the 1920s and '30s.

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Themes & keywords

blueslgbtwoman directorblack lgbtlesbian

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Bessie in Philippines?+

In Philippines, you can stream Bessie on HBO Max.

Is Bessie on Netflix?+

Bessie is not on Netflix in Philippines right now, but you can stream it on HBO Max.

How long is Bessie?+

Bessie has a runtime of 1 hour 47 minutes (107 minutes).

Who stars in Bessie?+

Bessie stars Queen Latifah, Mo'Nique, Mike Epps, Tika Sumpter and Michael Kenneth Williams.

When did Bessie come out?+

Bessie is a 2015 movie directed by Dee Rees.

What genre is Bessie?+

Bessie is Drama, Music and TV Movie film.

Who directed Bessie?+

Bessie was directed by Dee Rees.

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