Cast and Crew of Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker

Cast of
Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker

About Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker

Bayou Maharajah explores the life and music of New Orleans piano legend James Booker, the man Dr. John described as "the best black, gay, one-eyed junkie piano genius New Orleans has ever produced." A brilliant pianist, his eccentricities and showmanship belied a life of struggle, prejudice, and isolation. Illustrated with never-before-seen concert footage, rare personal photos and exclusive interviews, the film paints a portrait of this overlooked genius.

Full Cast of Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker

James Booker
plays Self (archive footage)

Dr. John
plays Self (archive footage)

Hugh Laurie
plays Himself

Hugh Laurie as Himself

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Harry Connick Jr.
plays Himself

Harry Connick Jr. as Himself

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Charles Neville
plays Himself

Douglas Brinkley
plays Himself

Ronald Markham
plays Himself

Cosimo Matassa
plays Himself


Crew of Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker

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