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Milk

Milk

Never blend in.

The true story of Harvey Milk, the first openly gay man ever elected to public office. In San Francisco in the late 1970s, Harvey Milk becomes an activist for gay rights and inspires others to join him in his fight for equal rights that should be available to all Americans.

Where to Watch

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Milk
  • Genres: History, Drama
  • Release Date: 2008-11-05
  • Runtime: 128 minutes
  • Rating: 7.239/10 (2277 votes)
  • Budget: $20,000,000
  • Revenue: $54,600,000
  • Production Companies: Focus Features, Axon Films, Groundswell Productions, Jinks/Cohen Company
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 2.6747
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Sean Penn

Sean Penn

as Harvey Milk

Emile Hirsch

Emile Hirsch

as Cleve Jones

Josh Brolin

Josh Brolin

as Dan White

Diego Luna

Diego Luna

as Jack Lira

James Franco

James Franco

as Scott Smith

Alison Pill

Alison Pill

as Anne Kronenberg

Victor Garber

Victor Garber

as Mayor Moscone

Denis O'Hare

Denis O'Hare

as John Briggs

Joseph Cross

Joseph Cross

as Dick Pabich

Stephen Spinella

Stephen Spinella

as Rick Stokes

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

Sean Penn's Romantic Montage - Extended Preview

Harvey Milk’s Stunning Candlelight Vigil

Harvey Spends His Birthday With Someone Special Extended Preview

Marching Against Anti-Gay Legislation

Official Trailer

External Links

Keywords

californiaelection campaignpoliticshomophobiasan francisco, california1970smayorpoliticianbiographybased on true storymurdermale homosexualitymoralityelectionbitinglgbtcandlelight vigillgbt activistmayoral campaigngay historygay themegay rightscautionaryintenseantagonisticenragedinflammatory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Milk?

Milk is a History, Drama movie directed by . It was released on 2008-11-05.

Who are the main actors in Milk?

The main cast includes Sean Penn, Emile Hirsch, Josh Brolin, Diego Luna, James Franco, .

Where can I watch Milk online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Milk is available.

Is Milk based on a true story?

Never blend in.

What is the IMDb rating of Milk?

Milk has an IMDb rating of 7.239/10 based on 2277 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Milk?

The movie had a production budget of $20,000,000 and earned $54,600,000 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Milk?

The soundtrack was composed by Focus Features, Axon Films, Groundswell Productions, Jinks/Cohen Company. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Milk filmed?

Milk was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Milk?

The total runtime of Milk is 128 minutes.

Is Milk suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Milk?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Milk.

Does Milk have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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