Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance with Somebody (2022) movie poster

Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance with Somebody (2022)

"Celebrate the untold story of an icon."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 58%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 47% (RT: 43%, MC: 51) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
MusicHistoryDrama

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Director
Runtime
2h 24m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
7.0/10 (511 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
43%
Metacritic
51
Cast
Naomi Ackie as Whitney Houston
Ashton Sanders as Bobby Brown
Stanley Tucci as Clive Davis
Nafessa Williams as Robyn Crawford
Lance A. Williams as Gerry Griffith
Tamara Tunie as Cissy Houston
Clarke Peters as John Houston
Daniel Washington as Gary Houston
It's divisive. Only 58% of audiences liked it based on 511 votes. Critics gave it 47%.
Overview
The joyous, emotional, heartbreaking celebration of the life and music of Whitney Houston, the greatest female R&B pop vocalist of all time. Tracking her journey from obscurity to musical superstardom. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
  • The initial cut of Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance with Somebody was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
  • Naomi Ackie spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
Audience Consensus

Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance with Somebody is a 2022 music, history, drama film directed by Kasi Lemmons. The joyous, emotional, heartbreaking celebration of the life and music of Whitney Houston, the greatest female R&B pop vocalist of all time. Tracking her journey from obscurity to musical superstardom.

The film has been rated by 511 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a music film, Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance with Somebody delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences.

Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance with Somebody (2022) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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