Overview

Part of BBC Four's Black Music Legends of the 1980s, this documentary explores how Prince - showman, artist, enigma - revolutionized the perception of black music in the 1980s with worldwide hits such as "1999," "Kiss," "Raspberry Beret" and "Alphabet Street." He became a global sensation with the release of the Oscar-winning, semi-autobiographical movie "Purple Rain" in 1984, embarking on an incredible journey of musical self-discovery that continues to this day.

Cast

Trevor Nelson, Prince, Dez Dickerson, Alan Leeds, Chuck D, Beverley Knight, Mica Paris

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What is "Prince: A Purple Reign" about?

Part of BBC Four's Black Music Legends of the 1980s, this documentary explores how Prince - showman, artist, enigma - revolutionized the perception of black music in the 1980s with worldwide hits such as "1999," "Kiss," "Raspberry Beret" and "Alphabet Street." He became a global sensation with the release of the Oscar-winning, semi-autobiographical movie "Purple Rain" in 1984, embarking on an incredible journey of musical self-discovery that continues to this day.

When was "Prince: A Purple Reign" released?

Prince: A Purple Reign was released in 2011.

Who stars in "Prince: A Purple Reign"?

The cast includes Trevor Nelson, Prince, Dez Dickerson, Alan Leeds.