fictional biography

Ballad in Blue (1965)

Poster for Ballad in Blue

Ray Charles plays himself in this film where he helps blind boy David in his struggle to regain his sight. David’s over-protective mother Peggy is afraid of the risks connected with restoring his sight. Ray tries to help the whole family, offering the heavy-drinking Peggy’s heavy-drinking partner Steve an opportunity to work with his band.

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Cast & Crew

Director
Paul Henreid
  • Profile picture of Ray Charles
    Himself Ray Charles
  • Profile picture of Tom Bell
    Steve Collins Tom Bell
  • Profile picture of Mary Peach
    Peggy Harrison Mary Peach
  • Profile picture of Dawn Addams
    Gina Graham Dawn Addams
  • Profile picture of Betty McDowall
    Mrs. Babbidge Betty McDowall
  • Profile picture of Lucy Appleby
    Margaret Lucy Appleby
  • Profile picture of Joe Adams
    Fred Joe Adams
  • Profile picture of Hal Roach
    Musician Hal Roach

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