Cry Freedom
The true story of the friendship that shook South Africa and awakened the world.
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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Movie Details
- Original Title: Cry Freedom
- Genres: Drama
- Release Date: 1987-11-06
- Runtime: 157 minutes
- Rating: 7/10 (212 votes)
- Budget: $29,000,000
- Revenue: $25,900,000
- Production Companies: Universal Pictures, Marble Arch Productions
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 1.0658
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Kevin Kline
as Donald Woods
Denzel Washington
as Steve Biko
Penelope Wilton
as Wendy Woods
Kate Hardie
as Jane Woods
John Matshikiza
as Mapetla
Zakes Mokae
as Father Kani
John Thaw
as Kruger
Kevin McNally
as Ken
John Hargreaves
as Bruce
Juanita Waterman
as Ntsiki Biko
Gallery
Trailers & Clips
Cry Freedom | Steve Biko's Funeral
Cry Freedom | "Why Do You Call Yourselves White?"
CRY FREEDOM (Trailer)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cry Freedom?▼
Cry Freedom is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1987-11-06.
Who are the main actors in Cry Freedom?▼
The main cast includes Kevin Kline, Denzel Washington, Penelope Wilton, Kate Hardie, John Matshikiza, .
Where can I watch Cry Freedom online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Cry Freedom is available.
Is Cry Freedom based on a true story?▼
The true story of the friendship that shook South Africa and awakened the world.
What is the IMDb rating of Cry Freedom?▼
Cry Freedom has an IMDb rating of 7/10 based on 212 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Cry Freedom?▼
The movie had a production budget of $29,000,000 and earned $25,900,000 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Cry Freedom?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Universal Pictures, Marble Arch Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Cry Freedom filmed?▼
Cry Freedom was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Cry Freedom?▼
The total runtime of Cry Freedom is 157 minutes.
Is Cry Freedom suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Cry Freedom?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Cry Freedom.
Does Cry Freedom have a post-credit scene?▼
Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!
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