The One and Only Dick Gregory
Comedy was only the beginning of his life's work.
7.9
7 votes
2021
1h 53m
Documentary
Overview
This revealing portrait of comedian, activist, pop-culture icon and thought leader Dick Gregory documents his many personal reinventions throughout the decades, from celebrity to civil rights hero and beyond, while hearing from the incredible entertainers who have been inspired by his blueprint.
Directed by Andre Gaines
Top cast
Dick Gregory
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Chris Rock
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Harry Belafonte
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Kevin Hart
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Lena Waithe
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Dave Chappelle
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Wanda Sykes
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Nick Cannon
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Rob Schneider
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W. Kamau Bell
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Lawrence O'Donnell
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Lillian Gregory
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Steve Jaffe
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Rock Newman
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Robert Lipsyte
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Christian Gregory
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Ayanna Gregory
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Yohance Gregory
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Cathy Hughes
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Ed Bradley
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Status
Released
Release date
June 19, 2021
Budget
—
Revenue
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Language
English
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