Plot — What is Porgy and Bess about?
In the early 1900s, the fictional Catfish Row section of Charleston, South Carolina serves as home to a black fishing community. Crippled beggar Porgy, who travels about in a goat-drawn cart, loves the drug-addicted Bess, who lives with stevedore Crown, the local bully.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 1959 |
| Genre | Music, Drama, Romance |
| Language | English |
| Runtime | 138 min |
| Audience Score | 63% (6.3/10, 27 votes) |
Porgy and Bess — FAQ
Is Porgy and Bess worth watching? Porgy and Bess holds a 6.3/10 rating from 27 viewers. In the early 1900s, the fictional Catfish Row section of Charleston, South Carolina serves as home to a black fishing community. Crippled beggar Porgy, who travels about in a goat-drawn cart, loves the drug-addicted Bess
Who directed Porgy and Bess? Directed by Otto Preminger.
Who is in the cast of Porgy and Bess? It stars Sidney Poitier, Dorothy Dandridge, Sammy Davis Jr., Pearl Bailey, Brock Peters, Diahann Carroll and more.
Where can I stream Porgy and Bess? Streaming availability for Porgy and Bess is listed above when a platform is confirmed. MovieLink App is an info guide and hosts no files.
When did Porgy and Bess release? It released in 1959.
