The Fighting Temptations(2003)
“Don't fight the feeling.”
Overview
Darrin Hill, a slick-talking but down-on- his-luck NYC advertising exec, returns to his hometown in Georgia to claim the inheritance his aunt left him. But before Darrin can collect the money, he must fulfill his aunt's final wish -- to create a local choir.
Director
Jonathan Lynn
Studio
Paramount Pictures
Budget
$15M
Revenue
$30M
Cast
Cuba Gooding Jr.
as Darrin Hill
Beyoncé
as Lilly
Mike Epps
as Lucius
Faith Evans
as Maryann Hill
Steve Harvey
as Miles Smoke
Wendell Pierce
as Reverend Lewis
LaTanya Richardson Jackson
as Paulina Pritchett
Dave Sheridan
as Bill
Angie Stone
as Alma
Rue McClanahan
as Nancy Stringer
Melba Moore
as Bessie Cooley
Shirley Caesar
as Herself
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Movie Facts
Release Year
2003
Runtime
2h 2m
Language
English
Rating
5.8 / 10
Budget
$15M
Box Office
$30M
Production Companies
Paramount Pictures • MTV Films • Handprint Entertainment
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Fighting Temptations?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for The Fighting Temptations (2003).
What is The Fighting Temptations about?▼
Darrin Hill, a slick-talking but down-on- his-luck NYC advertising exec, returns to his hometown in Georgia to claim the inheritance his aunt left him. But before Darrin can collect the money, he must fulfill his aunt's final wish -- to create a local choir.
Who directed The Fighting Temptations?▼
The Fighting Temptations was directed by Jonathan Lynn and released in 2003. It is a comedy, music, romance film.
How long is The Fighting Temptations?▼
The Fighting Temptations has a runtime of 2 hours and 2 minutes (122 minutes total).
Who stars in The Fighting Temptations?▼
The cast of The Fighting Temptations includes Cuba Gooding Jr. as Darrin Hill, Beyoncé as Lilly, Mike Epps as Lucius, Faith Evans as Maryann Hill, Steve Harvey as Miles Smoke and more.
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