Cry Freedom
"The true story of the friendship that shook South Africa and awakened the world."
Originally released in 1987. Cry Freedom is a drama film. directed by Richard Attenborough. With a runtime of 2h 37m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Kevin Kline, Denzel Washington, and Penelope Wilton
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 6, 1987
38 years ago
Runtime
2h 37m
157 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Good (225 votes)
Budget
$29M
Production budget
Box Office
$25.9M
0.9x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
+ 1 more
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $29,000,000
- Revenue
- $25,900,000
Production Companies
- Universal Pictures
- Marble Arch Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cry Freedom about?
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 directed Cry Freedom?
Cry Freedom was directed by Richard Attenborough.
How long is Cry Freedom?
Cry Freedom has a runtime of 2 hours and 37 minutes (157 minutes total).
When was Cry Freedom released?
Cry Freedom was released on November 6, 1987 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Cry Freedom?
The main cast of Cry Freedom includes Kevin Kline, Denzel Washington, Penelope Wilton, Kate Hardie, John Matshikiza.
Is Cry Freedom worth watching?
Cry Freedom has a user rating of 7.0/10 based on 225 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.