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Surviving R. Kelly

DocumentaryCrimeMusic

Release

3 Jan 2019

Country

United States

Language

English

Production

Lifetime

Overview

Celebrated as one of the greatest R&B singers of all time, R. Kelly’s genre defining career and playboy lifestyle has been riddled with rumors of abuse, predatory behavior, and pedophilia. Despite damning evidence and multiple witnesses, to date, none of these accusations have seemingly affected him. For the first time ever, survivors and people from R. Kelly’s inner circle, are coming forward with new allegations about his sexual, mental, and physical abuse. They are now finally ready to share their full story and shed light on the secret life the public has never seen.

Plot

A gripping finale to the acclaimed documentary series tracks R. Kelly's legal battles in federal and state courts. It reveals untold details and culminates in a landmark verdict that shook the music world and beyond.

Cast

Candice NorcottTarana BurkeAndrea Kelly

Ratings

Internet Movie Database: 7.4/10

Season 1

Air Date:4 Jan 2019
Available

Seasons

3 Seasons

Season 1

Season 1

Part II: The Reckoning

Part II: The Reckoning

Part III: The Final Chapter

Part III: The Final Chapter

The Pied Piper of R&B

As R. Kelly rises to fame and power as an R&B icon, he forms relationships with younger singers and dancers. Rumors about his marriage to a 15 year old Aaliyah do little to stop his meteoric trajectory.

Runtime:50m
Air Date:4 Jan 2019Available

Episodes of Season 1

6 episodes

EP 1
EP 2
EP 3
EP 4
EP 5
EP 6
S1 E1