Respect
“Find out what it means.”
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About
The rise of Aretha Franklin’s career from a child singing in her father’s church’s choir to her international superstardom.
Cast
Jennifer Hudson
as Aretha Franklin
Forest Whitaker
as C. L. Franklin
Marlon Wayans
as Ted White
Audra McDonald
as Barbara Franklin
Mary J. Blige
as Dinah Washington
Marc Maron
as Jerry Wexler
Tituss Burgess
as Reverend Dr. James Cleveland
Saycon Sengbloh
as Erma Franklin
Hailey Kilgore
as Carolyn Franklin
Tate Donovan
as John Hammond
Skye Dakota Turner
as Aretha Franklin (young)
Heather Headley
as Clara Ward
Leroy McClain
as Cecil Franklin
Lodric D. Collins
as Smokey Robinson
Brenda Nicole Moorer
as Brenda Franklin
Brandon Gilpin
as Teenager
Tangela Large
as Grieving Mother
Albert Jones
as Ken Cunningham
Myk Watford
as Rick Hall
Gilbert Glenn Brown
as Martin Luther King Jr.
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About Respect
“Find out what it means.”
The rise of Aretha Franklin’s career from a child singing in her father’s church’s choir to her international superstardom. Running 145 minutes.
Respect Cast and Characters
The cast features Jennifer Hudson (as Aretha Franklin), Forest Whitaker (as C. L. Franklin), Marlon Wayans (as Ted White), Audra McDonald (as Barbara Franklin), and Mary J. Blige (as Dinah Washington). Their performances are a major reason Respect has built such a passionate audience.
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▶ Watch Respect NowWhy People Are Watching Respect
Respect flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
Frequently Asked Questions about Respect
Where can I watch Respect online for free?
You can watch Respect online free on Bowood.TV. Just open the page and hit play — no signup, no subscription, full HD streaming on phone, tablet, or desktop.
How long is Respect?
Respect runs for 145 minutes (about 2.4 hours).
Is Respect good? What's the rating?
Respect holds a 6.8/10 rating based on 463 reviews — a solid pick if the genre interests you.
Who is in the cast of Respect?
The main cast includes Jennifer Hudson, Forest Whitaker, Marlon Wayans, and Audra McDonald, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Respect available in English?
Yes — Respect was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was Respect released?
Respect was released in 2021.
Do I need an account to watch Respect on Bowood.TV?
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Where can I watch Respect for free?
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What is Respect about?
Respect is a Drama/Music English-language film. The rise of Aretha Franklin’s career from a child singing in her father’s church’s choir to her international superstardom.
When was Respect released?
Respect was released on August 12, 2021. It has a runtime of 2h 25m. The film was produced by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer.
Who stars in Respect?
Respect stars Jennifer Hudson, Forest Whitaker, Marlon Wayans and Audra McDonald. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is Respect available in HD?
Yes, Respect is available to stream in high definition (HD) on Bowood.TV. Our players automatically deliver the best quality your connection supports — no extra setup needed.