
Native Son
The story that shocked the country.
In 1940s Chicago, a young black man takes a job as a chauffeur to a white family, which takes a turn for the worse when he accidentally kills the teenage daughter of the couple and then tries to cover it up.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Native Son
- Genres: Drama
- Release Date: 1986-12-24
- Runtime: 111 minutes
- Rating: 5/10 (13 votes)
- Budget: $2,000,000
- Revenue: $1,301,121
- Production Companies: American Playhouse, Cinétudes Films
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 3.2175
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew

Victor Love
as Bigger Thomas

Matt Dillon
as Jan

Elizabeth McGovern
as Mary Dalton

Geraldine Page
as Peggy

Oprah Winfrey
as Mrs. Thomas

Akosua Busia
as Bessie

Carroll Baker
as Mrs. Dalton

John McMartin
as Mr. Dalton

Art Evans
as Doc

John Karlen
as Max
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Native Son?▼
Native Son is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1986-12-24.
Who are the main actors in Native Son?▼
The main cast includes Victor Love, Matt Dillon, Elizabeth McGovern, Geraldine Page, Oprah Winfrey, .
Where can I watch Native Son online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Native Son is available.
Is Native Son based on a true story?▼
The story that shocked the country.
What is the IMDb rating of Native Son?▼
Native Son has an IMDb rating of 5/10 based on 13 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Native Son?▼
The movie had a production budget of $2,000,000 and earned $1,301,121 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Native Son?▼
The soundtrack was composed by American Playhouse, Cinétudes Films. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Native Son filmed?▼
Native Son was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Native Son?▼
The total runtime of Native Son is 111 minutes.
Is Native Son suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Native Son?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Native Son.
Does Native Son have a post-credit scene?▼
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