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St. Louis Blues

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In this all-black cast short, legendary blues singer Bessie Smith finds her gambler lover Jimmy messin' with a pretty, younger woman; he leaves and she sings the blues, with chorus and dancers.

DirectorDudley Murphy
WriterDudley Murphy

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Availability shown for United Kingdom · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Dudley Murphy

BSBessie Smith
Bessie Smith
Bessie - Battered Wife
JJ
James P. Johnson
Piano Player (uncredited)
ALAlec Lovejoy
Alec Lovejoy
Gambler (uncredited)
JM
Jimmy Mordecai
Jimmy the Pimp
IW
Isabel Washington
Jimmy's Girlfriend
HJ
Hall Johnson
Choir Leader (uncredited)
TM
Thomas Morris
Coronet Player (uncredited)

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St. Louis Blues — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams St. Louis Blues?

St. Louis Blues is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Artiflix in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is St. Louis Blues on Netflix?

No, St. Louis Blues is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of September 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and Artiflix.

Is St. Louis Blues on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — St. Louis Blues is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in United Kingdom as of September 2026.

Where can I watch St. Louis Blues for free?

St. Louis Blues is available on Amazon Prime Video and Artiflix in United Kingdom, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.