‘Lucy and Desi’: How to Watch the Amy Poehler-Directed Documentary for FreeAmy Poehler makes her documentary directorial debut in the Prime Video original, which was released on March 4. Show
 LUCY AND DESI Amazon Prime Video / Courtesy Everett Collection All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes. Lucy and Desi, the Amy Poehler-directed documentary about one of Hollywood’s most prolific power couples, premiered exclusively on Prime Video on Friday (March 4). The nearly two-hour documentary explores the unlikely partnership and enduring legacy of Lucille Ball and Desi Arnez. ExploreExplore
Desi ArnazSee latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Peeling back the layers of the glitz and glamour of show business, Lucy and Desi dives into the duo’s groundbreaking work in television along with giving audiences a peek into their lives behind the scenes. “They were true outsiders, and I think that you sense it when you’re watching them in the 1950s — that they were these two very skilled performers who were kind of ready,” Poehler said in an interview with Haper’s Bazaar. “I like to think of the project as two songs that were playing in different spaces, and when the mashup came together, it was like the best song ever. They were married and they did love each other, and that’s often not very interesting to watch. But with Lucy and Desi, there was just this real vibe and electricity between them.” Poehler continued, “I also think that — [and] not to get too macro here — they represented a time in America that was very specific, a very post-war capitalist boom where gender roles were really entrenched, but America was changing. The simple idea that this woman was married to this Cuban band leader, and even though he seemed like the boss, she ran the show, and how they were equal partners in business for most of their lives — it was just really fascinating. So it talked about gender and economics and what makes an American — all this really big stuff that just was underneath just a funny show.” To watch Lucy and Desi online, you must be subscribed to Amazon Prime or Prime Video by itself. Not a member yet? Prime is offering a free 30-day trial to stream Lucy and Desi and other content in the mega-library of films, movies and TV shows, which includes a bunch of other Prime Originals free of charge. After the free trial ends, your Amazon Prime membership will cost $14.99 a month (or $139 a year). Aside from Prime Video access, the membership comes with free same-day, one-day or two-day delivery on your favorite items, exclusive deals for Prime members only, two-hour grocery delivery, unlimited photo storage, Prime reading, Amazon Prime Music, Prime Gaming, savings on prescriptions, the option to try on fashions before your buy them, and more. Amazon Prime provides 50% discounts for qualifying students and EBT/Medicaid recipients as well. Prime Video is home to a massive collection of exclusives such as The Weeknd x the Dawn FM Experience, Reacher, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Harlem, Invincible, Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan, Fairfax, Upload, The Wheel of Time, The Legend of Vox Machina, I Want You Back, The Protégé, The Boys and The Boys Presents: Diabolical. You can also rent movies on Prime Video and stream content from several other platforms, including Paramount+, Starz, Discovery+, BET+, and Showtime.
Get weekly rundowns straight to your inbox Subscribe If there’s any No.1 Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz fan out there, it’s the daughter of the infamous “I Love Lucy” couple, Lucie Arnaz. She has long been the protector of her parent’s legacy. Arnaz herself is an actor and musician. Lucie Arnaz had involvement in several “I Love Lucy” related projects over the years. That is including the upcoming “Being the Ricardos” film with Nicole Kidman and Javier Bardem. Now, Arnaz is speaking out on the upcoming documentary film about Lucille Ball. The documentary feature is being directed by popular comedic actress, Amy Poehler. Ron Howard is one of the executive producers as well. Howard’s work in classic television undoubtedly prepares him to fund and assist. After starring as Opie on “The Andy Griffith Show,” he went on to portray Richie Cunningham in “Happy Days.” That eventually led to an illustrious career as a director and producer, and his sights are now turned towards documenting Lucille Ball’s life. Lucie Arnaz Talks About Upcoming Lucille Ball DocumentaryThe best part of it all — it’s got the Lucie Arnaz seal of approval as accurate and entertaining. Lucie Arnaz has a lot of control over her family’s archives, so it’s probably best to be on her good side. “I haven’t seen it, so it’s hard to say, but I know it’ll be different. I think it’s going to be amazing. From what I’ve heard so far, and what I’ve seen them do, they’re really pulling out every stop. They are digging deeper than anybody I’ve ever known. I’ve opened up the archives to them pretty much more than I’ve ever given access to anybody, just because I trust these people. I met with them a lot before I said yes, and then I went, “OK, take it all. I trust you,” Lucie Arnaz said in a recent interview with Palm Springs Life. Amy Poehler Upcoming DocumentaryFor Arnaz to say that this documentary is “digging deeper” is an interesting statement. There have been countless documentaries, books, and films related to Lucille Ball over the years. Somehow, this one has elements that will make it stand out from the crowd. According to Deadline, the film will be about the professional and personal relationship between Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz. The film is really going to center itself around painting the story of Ball —the groundbreaking comedian that changed comedy forever. Amy Poehler is a great fit. Seeing as she made her name on “Saturday Night Live” to “Parks and Recreation,” she knows comedy well. She then beginning directing and producing projects like “Moxie.” It’s hard to see where Poehler doesn’t fit the bill. Apparently, the estate has provided never-before-seen archival footage that will be used for the movie. “As television’s long-reigning ‘First Family’, Lucy and Desi blazed a revolutionary trail through the cultural landscape that laid the groundwork for so much of the entertainment industry as we now know it. They created so many television firsts – not only in their portrayal of a multi-ethnic marriage or Lucy’s on-air pregnancy but as the first woman to head a studio and the creators of television syndication. It’s such an incredibly rich, inspiring and entertaining story and we’re honored to bring it to the screen,” the Imagine Documentaries President Justin Wilkes said. Where can I watch Lucille Ball documentary?Amy Poehler's new documentary on the iconic series I Love Lucy is now available for streaming. Watch the incredible story of Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz for free with an Amazon Prime Video subscription.
What channel is the Lucy and Desi documentary on?Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz's boundary-breaking relationship and career evolution is the subject of Amazon Prime Video's Lucy and Desi documentary.
Where can I watch the Lucy and Desi movie?To watch Lucy and Desi online, you must be subscribed to Amazon Prime or Prime Video by itself. Not a member yet? Prime is offering a free 30-day trial to stream Lucy and Desi and other content in the mega-library of films, movies and TV shows, which includes a bunch of other Prime Originals free of charge.
Is the Ricardos a true story?Yes. The true story behind Being the Ricardos confirms that the Cuban-born Desi Arnaz faced racism in his career. Lucille Ball commented on this later in life during an interview with Barbara Walters. "I knew what he had suffered, really, and how he did not deserve that.
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