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Amistad

Amistad

Freedom is not given. It is our right at birth. But there are some moments when it must be taken.

In 1839, the slave ship Amistad set sail from Cuba to America. During the long trip, Cinque leads the slaves in an unprecedented uprising. They are then held prisoner in Connecticut, and their release becomes the subject of heated debate. Freed slave Theodore Joadson wants Cinque and the others exonerated and recruits property lawyer Roger Baldwin to help his case. Eventually, John Quincy Adams also becomes an ally.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Amistad
  • Genres: Drama, History, Mystery
  • Release Date: 1997-12-10
  • Runtime: 155 minutes
  • Rating: 7.025/10 (1314 votes)
  • Budget: $36,000,000
  • Revenue: $44,229,441
  • Production Companies: DreamWorks Pictures, HBO Films
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.8318
  • Languages: English, Spanish

Cast & Crew

Morgan Freeman

Morgan Freeman

as Theodore Joadson

Nigel Hawthorne

Nigel Hawthorne

as Martin Van Buren

Anthony Hopkins

Anthony Hopkins

as John Quincy Adams

Djimon Hounsou

Djimon Hounsou

as Cinque

Matthew McConaughey

Matthew McConaughey

as Roger Sherman Baldwin

David Paymer

David Paymer

as Secretary John Forsyth

Pete Postlethwaite

Pete Postlethwaite

as Holabird

Stellan Skarsgård

Stellan Skarsgård

as Tappan

Razaaq Adoti

Razaaq Adoti

as Yamba

Abu Bakaar Fofanah

Abu Bakaar Fofanah

as Fala

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Trailers & Clips

Theatrical Trailer

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External Links

Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Amistad?

Amistad is a Drama, History, Mystery movie directed by . It was released on 1997-12-10.

Who are the main actors in Amistad?

The main cast includes Morgan Freeman, Nigel Hawthorne, Anthony Hopkins, Djimon Hounsou, Matthew McConaughey, .

Where can I watch Amistad online?

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

Is Amistad based on a true story?

Freedom is not given. It is our right at birth. But there are some moments when it must be taken.

What is the IMDb rating of Amistad?

Amistad has an IMDb rating of 7.025/10 based on 1314 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Amistad?

The movie had a production budget of $36,000,000 and earned $44,229,441 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Amistad?

The soundtrack was composed by DreamWorks Pictures, HBO Films. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Amistad filmed?

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

How long is Amistad?

The total runtime of Amistad is 155 minutes.

Is Amistad suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to Amistad?

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

Does Amistad have a post-credit scene?

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

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