Selma
"One dream can change the world."
Originally released in 2014. Selma is a history/drama film. directed by Ava DuVernay. With a runtime of 2h 8m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring David Oyelowo, Carmen Ejogo, and Tom Wilkinson
Synopsis
"Selma," as in Alabama, the place where segregation in the South was at its worst, leading to a march that ended in violence, forcing a famous statement by President Lyndon B. Johnson that ultimately led to the signing of the Voting Rights Act.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 25, 2014
11 years ago
Runtime
2h 8m
128 minutes total
User Rating
7.4/10
Great (2,282 votes)
Budget
$20M
Production budget
Box Office
$66.8M
3.3x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
+ 1 more
Director
Top Cast
David Oyelowo
as Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Carmen Ejogo
as Coretta Scott King
Tom Wilkinson
as President Lyndon B. Johnson
Giovanni Ribisi
as Lee White
Tim Roth
as Gov. George Wallace
André Holland
as Andrew Young
Colman Domingo
as Ralph Abernathy
Common
as James Bevel
Stephan James
as John Lewis
Omar J. Dorsey
as James Orange
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $20,000,000
- Revenue
- $66,787,908
Production Companies
- Plan B Entertainment
- Cloud Eight Films
- Ingenious Media
- Harpo Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Selma about?
"Selma," as in Alabama, the place where segregation in the South was at its worst, leading to a march that ended in violence, forcing a famous statement by President Lyndon B. Johnson that ultimate...
Who directed Selma?
Selma was directed by Ava DuVernay.
How long is Selma?
Selma has a runtime of 2 hours and 8 minutes (128 minutes total).
When was Selma released?
Selma was released on December 25, 2014 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Selma?
The main cast of Selma includes David Oyelowo, Carmen Ejogo, Tom Wilkinson, Giovanni Ribisi, Tim Roth.
Is Selma worth watching?
Selma has a user rating of 7.4/10 based on 2,282 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.