James Brown's legacy has influenced rap, soul, funk and R&B. But along with his huge talent, there's a dark side to Brown's success that includes stints in prison and unceasing tabloid speculation. This in-depth documentary takes a look at the meteoric highs and deep lows of Brown's career, offering some fascinating insights from the Godfather of Soul himself, as well as interview footage with Chuck D, Little Richard, Wyclef Jean and many others.

James Brown
Self

Bobby Byrd

Lyn Collins

Fred Wesley
Marva Whitney

Little Richard

Chuck D

Dan Aykroyd

Al Sharpton

Afrika Bambaataa

Wyclef Jean

Clarke Peters

When We Were Kings
When We Were Kings

Ballroom King
Ballroom King

Disco Fever
Disco Fever

Naked Boys Singing!
Naked Boys Singing!

Salsa
Salsa

B-Girl
B-Girl

Soul Power
Soul Power

Beyoncé: Self-Titled
Beyoncé: Self-Titled
Confluence
Confluence

Honey
Honey

Carefree
Carefree

Catfish Blues
Catfish Blues