Lemonade
Synopsis
The second "visual album" (a collection of short films) by Beyoncé, this time around she takes a piercing look at racial issues and feminist concepts through a sexualized, satirical, and solemn tone.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
LEMONADE Trailer | HBOOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2016-04-18
Top Cast
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Beyoncé
Self
Brittani Alexander
Self
Jasmine Badie
Self
Fulani Bahati
Self
Chlöe Bailey
Self
Halle Bailey
Self
Denee Baptiste
Self
Kendra Bracy
Self
Bianca Brewton
Self
Monique Brogan
Self
Latasha Bryant
Self
Sifare Burrell
Self
Ingrid Burley
Self
Gwen Carr
Self
Blue Ivy Carter
Self (home footage)
JAŸ-Z
Self
Ksyn Cason
Self
Leah Chase
Self
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 23, 2016
VOD & Digital Platforms
May 6, 2016
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Kahlil Joseph, Beyoncé, Jonas Åkerlund, Mark Romanek, Melina Matsoukas, Dikayl Rimmasch, Todd Tourso
- Screenplay & Story
- Beyoncé, Warsan Shire
- Original Score
- Beyoncé, Sean Rhoden
- Original Title
- Lemonade
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 5m
- Production Studios
- Parkwood Entertainment, Pulse Films, Anonymous Content, Good Company, Prettybird, Serial Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Kahlil Joseph, Beyoncé, Jonas Åkerlund, Mark Romanek, Melina Matsoukas, Dikayl Rimmasch, Todd Tourso
Beyoncé, Warsan Shire
Beyoncé, Sean Rhoden
Chayse Irvin, Khalik Allah, Dikayl Rimmasch, Malik Hassan Sayeed, Santiago Gonzalez, Pär M. Ekberg, Reed Morano, Steven Chivers, Allendra Freeman, Aaron Platt
Bill Yukich
Beyoncé, Jonathan Lia, Steve Pamon, Keenan Flynn, Ed Burke
Department Leadership Roster
Ethan Tobman
Production Design
Kahlil Joseph
Director
Beyoncé
Writer
Beyoncé
Director
Warsan Shire
Writer
Chayse Irvin
Director of Photography
Jonathan Lia
Producer
Khalik Allah
Director of Photography
Dikayl Rimmasch
Director of Photography
Malik Hassan Sayeed
Director of Photography
Keenan Flynn
Producer
Jason Hougaard
Production Design
Santiago Gonzalez
Director of Photography
Hannah Beachler
Production Design
Pär M. Ekberg
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.
Interdit aux moins de 16 ans — 16+ only.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Lemonade
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Lemonade about?
The second "visual album" (a collection of short films) by Beyoncé, this time around she takes a piercing look at racial issues and feminist concepts through a sexualized, satirical, and solemn tone.
Who directed Lemonade?
Lemonade was directed by Kahlil Joseph, Beyoncé, Jonas Åkerlund, Mark Romanek, Melina Matsoukas, Dikayl Rimmasch, Todd Tourso.
Who stars in Lemonade?
The principal cast of Lemonade includes Beyoncé, Brittani Alexander, Jasmine Badie, Fulani Bahati, Chlöe Bailey.
When was Lemonade released and how long is it?
Lemonade was released in 2016 with a total runtime of 1h 5m.
Who composed the musical score for Lemonade?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Lemonade was composed by Beyoncé, Sean Rhoden.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Lemonade?
Lemonade holds official age classifications: DE: 18 (FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.); FR: 16 (Interdit aux moins de 16 ans — 16+ only.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).