Discovering Ella (2023)

Extraordinary talent won't be stopped

The (mostly) true story of the greatest jazz drummer you've never heard of who stumbled upon a 16-year-old singer and nurtured her into a legend.

Cast (12)CrewGenresDetailsReleasesMediaAwards

Arlen Escarpeta

Chick Webb

J

Jaira Byrams

Ella Fitzgerald

Jason Stuart

Charles Buchanan

Ivar Brogger

Moe Gale

Meredith Thomas

Helen Oakley

Griffin Matthews

Bardu Ali

Ben Whitehair

Van Alexander

Basil Hoffman

Bob Stephens

B

Brian Grabin

Chick's Band

K

Kris Bergh

Chick's Band

N

Noah Ehler

Chick's Band

L

Luke Woodle

Chick's Band

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