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The Temptations (TV 1998)

150 min  -  Drama | Music
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Biography of the singers who formed the hit Motown muisical act, The Temptations.

Director:

Allan Arkush

Writers:

Robert Johnson (teleplay), Kevin Arkadie (teleplay)
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Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Charles Malik Whitfield ...
Otis Williams
D.B. Woodside ...
Melvin Franklin
Terron Brooks Terron Brooks ...
Eddie Kendricks
Christian Payton Christian Payton ...
Paul Williams
Leon ...
David Ruffin
Alan Rosenberg ...
Shelly Berger
Tina Lifford ...
Haze
Jenifer Lewis ...
Mama Rose
Gina Ravera ...
Josephine
Obba Babatundé ...
Erik Michael Tristan Erik Michael Tristan ...
J. August Richards ...
Richard Street
Harold Surratt Harold Surratt ...
Edgar
Charles Ley Charles Ley ...
Dennis Edwards
Vanessa Bell Calloway Vanessa Bell Calloway ...
Johnnie Mae Matthews
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Storyline

The true story of The Temptations, the Soul vocal group of the 1960s, as seen from the viewpoint of the last surviving member, Otis Williams. Beginning from their humble origins in the late 50s and continuing through the 90s and the deaths of the other 4 members. Written by Nic Cage <2cool@zebra.net>  

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Plot Keywords:

Singer | Motown | 1960s | Wheelchair | Record Producer  | See more »

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The unforgettable story of one of Motown's hottest acts.

Genres:

Drama | Music

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Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

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Also Known As:

A Temptations See more »

Filming Locations:

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA

Box Office

Budget:

$8,000,000 (estimated)
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Technical Specs

Runtime:

USA:

Sound Mix:

Stereo

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.33 : 1
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Trivia

Otis Williams' ex-wife Josephine, Melvin Franklin's mother Rose, and David Ruffin's family, filed suit against Williams, Motown, De Passe Entertainment, Hallmark Entertainment, and NBC for use of their likenesses in the film, defamation of character, and emotional distress. The plaintiffs claimed that they and/or their relatives and certain events were portrayed inaccurately. The judges ruled in favor of the defendants. The plaintiffs appealed but the original ruling was upheld. Otis Williams later stated that while his book was the source material for the film, he did not have control over the making of the film. See more »

Goofs

Anachronisms: When two of the Temptations are discussing their success, we are shown a date of 1964, but the car parked directly behind them on the curb is a 1966 Ford. Unlike today, in 1964, all new car models were still very closely guarded secrets and prototype models were kept draped at the factory until the release date, usually September or October previous to the model year. See more »

Quotes

Otis Williams: [after David has jumped up on stage with the Temptations] David, are you out of your damn mind? I will whoop your ass!
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Connections

Featured in The 56th Annual Golden Globe Awards (1999) See more »