Sade: Lovers Live (2002): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 2002, Sade: Lovers Live is a music film directed by Sophie Muller, running about 117 minutes.

What it’s about. Sade fans may experience a range of emotions while watching the first-rate Lovers Live, but one thing they won't feel is shortchanged--not with nearly two hours of concert footage, 22 songs (including almost all of her Lovers Rock album), and DVD bonus features galore. That sultry, soulful Sade sound is in full effect throughout the concert (filmed at two Southern California locations in 2001), brought to life by a capable band, some superbly evocative visuals and sound effects, and, of course, the singer herself. The show is dramatic, but never overly theatrical; best of all, Sade, while perhaps not the world's greatest performer, is an adult--you'll find no pop-princess posing here. Of the nine songs from Lovers Rock, "Slave Song" and "Immigrant" are especially moving, revealing that Sade added some new flavors to her sound during her protracted layoff from performing. This show is pure Sade--and that's a good thing.

Who’s in it. Sade: Lovers Live stars Sade as Herself.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Sade: Lovers Live has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sade: Lovers Live page.

If you liked it. Fans of Sade: Lovers Live tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.