Let It Shine (2012)

Kernel Score: 76% · 313 ratings · Rated G

Genres: Family, Music, TV Movie

Released: 2012-06-15

Runtime: 104 minutes

Where to watch Let It Shine

  • Stream: Disney+
  • Rent: Prime Video
  • Buy: Prime Video, Google Play, YouTube

US availability, updated 2026-10-23.

Overview

A young teenage rapper must use his musical talent to help his friend out and win the girl of his dreams by going through several events of betrayal, trust and agreement while his religious parents have strictly dislike his interests.

Let It Shine parents' guide: ages 5+

Parents need to know that Let It Shine is a G-rated Disney family musical about a teenage rapper navigating friendship, trust, and his religious parents' disapproval.

Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official G rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.

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Director

Paul Hoen

Cast

  • Tyler James Williams as Cyrus
  • Coco Jones as Roxxie
  • Trevor Jackson as Kris
  • Brandon Mychal Smith as Lord of Da Bling
  • Dawnn Lewis as Gail
  • Alex Désert as Levi
  • Nicole Sullivan as Lyla
  • Courtney B. Vance as Jacob
  • Jasmine Burke as Eb
  • Tamara Arias as Flo

Let It Shine FAQ

Is Let It Shine good?

Let It Shine has a 76% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 313 audience ratings.

Where can I watch Let It Shine?

In the US you can stream Let It Shine on Disney+ and rent it from Prime Video.

Is Let It Shine OK for kids?

Let It Shine is rated G. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 5+. Parents need to know that Let It Shine is a G-rated Disney family musical about a teenage rapper navigating friendship, trust, and his religious parents' disapproval.

What movies are like Let It Shine?

If you liked Let It Shine, try Hustle & Flow, Descendants 3, 8 Mile and Juice.