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Cry Freedom (1987)

The true story of the friendship that shook South Africa and awakened the world.

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Released November 6, 1987Runtime 2h 37mDirector Richard Attenborough

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.

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Cast of Cry Freedom

Kevin Kline

Kevin Kline

Donald Woods
Denzel Washington

Denzel Washington

Steve Biko
Penelope Wilton

Penelope Wilton

Wendy Woods
Kate Hardie

Kate Hardie

Jane Woods
John Matshikiza

John Matshikiza

Mapetla
Zakes Mokae

Zakes Mokae

Father Kani
John Thaw

John Thaw

Kruger
Kevin McNally

Kevin McNally

Ken
John Hargreaves

John Hargreaves

Bruce
Juanita Waterman

Juanita Waterman

Ntsiki Biko
Julian Glover

Julian Glover

Don Card
Josette Simon

Josette Simon

Dr Ramphele

About Cry Freedom

Where can I watch Cry Freedom?

Cry Freedom is available to rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home.

Who stars in Cry Freedom?

Cry Freedom stars Kevin Kline, Denzel Washington, Penelope Wilton, Kate Hardie, John Matshikiza.

Who directed Cry Freedom?

Cry Freedom was directed by Richard Attenborough.

How long is Cry Freedom?

Cry Freedom has a runtime of 2h 37m.

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 begins to follow the activities of Stephen Biko, a courageous and outspoken black anti-apartheid activist.