Mahogany
“Mahogany – the woman every woman wants to be – and every man wants to have”
Synopsis
An aspiring designer from the slums of Chicago puts herself through fashion school in the hopes of becoming one of the world's top designers. Her ambition leads her to Rome spurring a choice between the man she loves or her newfound success.
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Mahogany (1975, trailer) [Diana Ross, Billy Dee Williams, Anthony Perkins]
Type: Trailer • Published 2019-10-29
Top Cast
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Diana Ross
Mahogany
Billy Dee Williams
Brian
Anthony Perkins
Sean McAvoy
Marisa Mell
Carlotta Gavina
Jean-Pierre Aumont
Christian Rosetti
Nina Foch
Miss Evans
Beah Richards
Florence
Lenard Norris
Wil
Bruce Vilanch
Dress Manufacturer
Obelo
Campaign Worker
Achille Brugnini
Armando Tortorici
Dress Studio Worker (uncredited)
Jerome Arnold
Campaign Worker
Pemon Rami
Campaign Worker
Ira Rogers
Stalker
Ted Liss
Sweatshop Foreman
Don Howard
Dress Manufacturer
Albert Rosenberg
Dress Manufacturer
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 8, 1975
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Berry Gordy
- Screenplay & Story
- John Byrum
- Original Score
- Michael Masser, Gil Askey
- Original Title
- Mahogany
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 49m
- Production Studios
- Paramount Pictures, Motown Productions, Nikor Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Berry Gordy
John Byrum, Gerry Goffin, Toni Amber
Michael Masser, Gil Askey
David Watkin, Vilmos Zsigmond
Peter Zinner, Cutry Zinner
Rob Cohen, Jack Ballard
Department Leadership Roster
John Byrum
Screenplay
Rob Cohen
Producer
Peter Zinner
Editor
Jack Ballard
Producer
Michael Masser
Original Music Composer
Diana Ross
Costume Design
Berry Gordy
Director
David Watkin
Director of Photography
Cutry Zinner
Editor
Gil Askey
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mahogany
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Mahogany about?
An aspiring designer from the slums of Chicago puts herself through fashion school in the hopes of becoming one of the world's top designers. Her ambition leads her to Rome spurring a choice between the man she loves or her newfound success.
Who directed Mahogany?
Mahogany was directed by Berry Gordy.
Who stars in Mahogany?
The principal cast of Mahogany includes Diana Ross, Billy Dee Williams, Anthony Perkins, Marisa Mell, Jean-Pierre Aumont.
When was Mahogany released and how long is it?
Mahogany was released in 1975 with a total runtime of 1h 49m.
Who composed the musical score for Mahogany?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Mahogany was composed by Michael Masser, Gil Askey.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Mahogany?
Mahogany holds official age classifications: US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).