I Saw the Light

~The story of Hank Williams


Overview

Singer and songwriter Hank Williams rises to fame in the 1940s, but alcohol abuse and infidelity take a toll on his career and marriage to fellow musician Audrey Mae Williams.


Genres


General Information

Release Date: 2016-02-05
Budget: $13000000
Revenue: $1646788
Runtime: 123 min


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