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Miles Ahead

2016·Movie·R·100 min·6.4(236)

If you gonna tell a story, come with some attitude.

An exploration of the life and music of Miles Davis.

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Where to watch Miles Ahead in United States

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BrazilClaro video, Apple TV Store
JapanAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies

About Miles Ahead

Miles Ahead is a 2016 English-language drama, music and history film directed by Don Cheadle. The cast is led by Don Cheadle, Ewan McGregor, Emayatzy Corinealdi. It has a runtime of 1h 40m. Viewers rate it 6.4/10 across 200 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on The Roku Channel, Tubi TV.

Miles Ahead was produced by Bifrost Pictures, Crescendo Productions, and Sobini Films and made in United States of America. It was released on January 22, 2016, and carries a R certification. At the box office it grossed around $3 million worldwide.

Director
Don Cheadle
Writers
Stephen J. Rivele, Christopher Wilkinson, Don Cheadle
Release date
January 22, 2016
Original language
English
Age rating
R
Status
Released
Country
United States of America
Box office
$3 million
Production
Bifrost Pictures, Crescendo Productions, Sobini Films
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Miles Ahead cast & crew

Miles Ahead was directed by Don Cheadle and written by Stephen J. Rivele, Christopher Wilkinson, and Don Cheadle.

The cast features Don Cheadle as Miles Davis, Ewan McGregor as Dave Braden, Emayatzy Corinealdi as Frances Taylor, Michael Stuhlbarg as Harper Hamilton, LaKeith Stanfield as Junior, and Austin Lyon as Justin.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Robert Glasper, cinematography is by Roberto Schaefer, and it was produced by Christopher Wilkinson and Darryl Porter.

Is Miles Ahead worth watching?

Miles Ahead holds an audience score of 6.4/10 from 236 ratings, a solidly received drama films.

At 1h 40m, it's an easy, time-light watch.

If you enjoy drama, music, and history, Miles Ahead is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch Miles Ahead

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Cast of Miles Ahead

Don Cheadle

Don Cheadle

Miles Davis

Ewan McGregor

Ewan McGregor

Dave Braden

Emayatzy Corinealdi

Emayatzy Corinealdi

Frances Taylor

Michael Stuhlbarg

Michael Stuhlbarg

Harper Hamilton

LaKeith Stanfield

LaKeith Stanfield

Junior

Austin Lyon

Austin Lyon

Justin

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Leticia Martinez

Boxing Spectator

Morgan Wolk

Morgan Wolk

Erica

Jeffrey Grover

Jeffrey Grover

Gil Evans

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Philip Krinsky

Bicyclist

Chris Hahn

Chris Hahn

Ralph

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Nina Smilow

Tami

Miles Ahead — FAQs

Where can I watch Miles Ahead in United States?

Miles Ahead is streaming on The Roku Channel, Tubi TV in United States.

Is Miles Ahead on The Roku Channel?

Yes — Miles Ahead is currently available on The Roku Channel in United States.

What language is Miles Ahead in?

Miles Ahead is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is Miles Ahead?

Miles Ahead runs 1 hours 40 minutes (100 minutes).

What is Miles Ahead rated?

Miles Ahead is rated R. It holds a 6.4/10 audience score from 236 ratings.

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