Netflix’s Cast for Whitney Houston: ‘I Wanna Dance With Somebody’, Where Have You Seen the Faces Before?

There are many legendary superstars in the entertainment industry who said goodbye far too soon. Whitney Houston is one of them. Her death was one of the biggest shocks for fans. Her voice is a hypnotic instrument that still sends shivers down the spine. And since we couldn’t protect her, the world is now trying to make her memory live forever through biopics. Netflix recently dropped the movie I Wanna Dance With Somebody based on the late singer’s life. People who haven’t watched the film yet must know about the cast members who stepped up to present this icon’s life story on the screen.

Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance With Somebody was released on the silver screen on December 23, 2022. Now the streaming giant brought it so people around the globe can witness her legendary history. Directed by Kasi Lemmons, this film has a star-studded cast, including Naomi Ackie playing the American pop star. The English actress has previously headlined movies like The Rise of Skywalker and the Netflix-original comedy Master of None.

The role of record producer Clive Davis is portrayed by the Oscar-nominated actor Stanley Tucci. This American star has graced many movies and shows, including The Lovely Bones and Feud: Bette & Joan. Nafessa Williams (Burning Sands) plays Houston’s assistant and creative director, Robyn Crawford. 

As for her family, Moonlight star Ashton Sanders has incarnated her husband Bobby Brown. Tamara Tunie (Rising Sun) portrayed the role of Cissy Houston. Last but not least, The Mandela Effect star Clarke Peters has represented her father in the movie.

With such stars, the expectation from this movie was high. So, let’s learn more about the biopic.

Everything we know about Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance With Somebody

The movie follows the meteoric rise of The Voice to success and how this New Jersey girl became an international superstar. This adaptation depicts some of the most glorious moments of her career that fans would never forget. It includes her performance of Star-Spangled Banner Super Bowl in 1991 and her 1994 concert in South Africa. Not to mention, the film also dives into her personal relationships with Robyn Crawford, her marriage, and her drug addiction.

Although the movie did not turn out to be a box-office hit, reviewers did praise it. IMDb has described this film as a beautiful celebration of the greatest vocalist filled with many joyous and heartbreaking moments.

Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance With Somebody is currently available for streaming on Netflix.