Billy Preston: That's the Way God Planned It (2024)

Name: Billy Preston: That's the Way God Planned It
Genre: Documentary, Biography
Released: 2026-10-10T14:26:21+02:00

Documentary | 105 minutes

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Genre: Documentary / Biography

Duration: 105 minuten

Country: United States

Directed by: Paris Barclay

Stars: Billy Preston, Eric Clapton and Ringo Starr

IMDb score: 8,8 (80)

Releasedate: 8 March 2024

This movie is not available on US streaming services.

Billy Preston: That's the Way God Planned It plot

With his distinctive gospel sound on the Hammond B3, Billy Preston supported the greatest artists of his time. A whole host of bands and artists made use of his skills, such as the Beatles, Rolling Stones, Aretha Franklin, and Eric Clapton, as well as Ray Charles, Barbra Streisand, and Sly and the Family Stone. The documentary takes a look at Billy's career, in which he influenced many musicians while scoring various hits himself and becoming one of the most sought-after musicians in the world. However, as a gay man with a deeply religious background, Billy Preston constantly struggled with his identity.