Redemption: The Stan Tookie Williams Story
Originally released in 2004. Redemption: The Stan Tookie Williams Story is a crime/drama film. directed by Vondie Curtis-Hall.
Starring Jamie Foxx, Lynn Whitfield, and Lee Thompson Young
Synopsis
Redemption tells the story of Stan "Tookie" Williams, founder of the Crips L.A. street gang. Story follows his fall into gang-banging, his prison term, and his work writing children's novels encouraging peace and anti-violence resolutions which earned him multiple Nobel Peace Prize nominations. After exhausting all forms of appeal, Tookie was executed by lethal injection.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 3, 2004
21 years ago
Runtime
1h 35m
95 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (57 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Jamie Foxx
as Stan 'Tookie' Williams
Lynn Whitfield
as Barbara Becnel
Lee Thompson Young
as Charles Becnel
Brenden Jefferson
as Young Stan Williams
Brenda Bazinet
as Barbara's Agent
Wes Williams
as Tony Bogard
Greg Ellwand
as Prison Chief
CCH Pounder
as Winnie Mandela
Barbara Barnes-Hopkins
as Mrs. Williams
Tom Barnett
as Jim Kates
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Redemption: The Stan Tookie Williams Story about?
Redemption tells the story of Stan "Tookie" Williams, founder of the Crips L.A. street gang. Story follows his fall into gang-banging, his prison term, and his work writing children's novels encour...
Who directed Redemption: The Stan Tookie Williams Story?
Redemption: The Stan Tookie Williams Story was directed by Vondie Curtis-Hall.
How long is Redemption: The Stan Tookie Williams Story?
Redemption: The Stan Tookie Williams Story has a runtime of 1 hours and 35 minutes (95 minutes total).
When was Redemption: The Stan Tookie Williams Story released?
Redemption: The Stan Tookie Williams Story was released on March 3, 2004 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Redemption: The Stan Tookie Williams Story?
The main cast of Redemption: The Stan Tookie Williams Story includes Jamie Foxx, Lynn Whitfield, Lee Thompson Young, Brenden Jefferson, Brenda Bazinet.