Robin Roberts Presents: I Will Survive: The Gloria Gaynor Story (2025)

7.0/10 88 min TV Movie Drama Music

Overview

The biopic chronicles Gaynor's rise to fame, from her humble beginnings to becoming one of the most iconic voices in music history. Dubbed America’s “Queen of Disco,” the movie will feature many of the songs that catapulted Gaynor to the top of the charts, including her legendary hit "I Will Survive," which became a cultural phenomenon and a powerful anthem of empowerment for millions worldwide. The biopic will also delve into the deeply personal challenges Gaynor faced, including overcoming her long and tumultuous marriage to her husband and manager.

Cast

Joaquina Kalukango

Gloria Gaynor

Lance Gross

Linwood Simon

Francesca Bianchi

Stephanie Gold

Eric Gustafsson

Dave

Julia Harnett

Julia

Dayleigh Nelson

Malcolm Feld

Serje Basi

Dino Fekaris

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