Where to watch Cry Freedom(1987)
In the United States, Cry Freedom isn't included with any subscription, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, and YouTube.
Where to stream Cry Freedom
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Cry Freedom plot summary
The true story of the friendship that shook South Africa and awakened the world.
A dramatic story, based on actual events, about the friendship between two men struggling against apartheid in South Africa in the 1970s. Donald Woods is a white liberal journalist in South Africa who begins to follow the activities of Stephen Biko, a courageous and outspoken black anti-apartheid activist.
Details
- Release date
- November 6, 1987
- Runtime
- 2h 37m
- Genres
- Drama
- Directed by
- Richard Attenborough
- Country
- United Kingdom, Zimbabwe
- TMDB rating
- 7.0 / 10 · 241 votes
Cry Freedom trailer
Cast
Kevin KlineDonald Woods
Denzel WashingtonSteve Biko
Penelope WiltonWendy Woods
Kate HardieJane Woods
John MatshikizaMapetla
Zakes MokaeFather Kani
John ThawKruger
Kevin McNallyKen
John HargreavesBruce
Juanita WatermanNtsiki Biko
FAQ
Where can I watch Cry Freedom?
In the United States, Cry Freedom isn't included with any subscription, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, and YouTube.
Can I rent or buy Cry Freedom?
Yes. In the United States you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
How long is Cry Freedom?
Cry Freedom runs 2h 37m (157 minutes).
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