What's Love Got to do With It

The story of singer Tina Turner's rise to stardom and how she gained the courage to break free from her abusive husband, Ike Turner.

About

Biographical film based on the life of Tina Turner. The film focuses on her career and volatile marriage to Ike Turner. The screenplay was adapted by Kate Lanier from the book I, Tina, which was co-written by Tina Turner with Kurt Loder.

Trivia

Actresses Halle Berry, Robin Givens, Pam Grier, Janet Jackson, Vanessa Williams were all considered for the role of Tina Turner. Whitney Houston was offered the part, but turned it down as she was pregnant.