The Great Debaters
When the nation was in need, he inspired them to give us hope.
The true story of a brilliant but politically radical debate team coach who uses the power of words to transform a group of underdog African-American college students into a historical powerhouse that took on the Harvard elite.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: The Great Debaters
- Genres: Drama
- Release Date: 2007-12-25
- Runtime: 126 minutes
- Rating: 7.247/10 (654 votes)
- Budget: $15,000,000
- Revenue: $30,226,144
- Production Companies: Marshall Production, The Weinstein Company, Harpo Films
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 1.6205
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Denzel Whitaker
as James Farmer Jr.
Denzel Washington
as Melvin B. Tolson
Nate Parker
as Henry Lowe
Jurnee Smollett
as Samantha Booke
Forest Whitaker
as Dr. James Farmer Sr.
Kimberly Elise
as Pearl Farmer
Jermaine Williams
as Hamilton Burgess
Gina Ravera
as Ruth Tolson
John Heard
as Sheriff Dozier
Devyn A. Tyler
as Helen Farmer
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Great Debaters?▼
The Great Debaters is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 2007-12-25.
Who are the main actors in The Great Debaters?▼
The main cast includes Denzel Whitaker, Denzel Washington, Nate Parker, Jurnee Smollett, Forest Whitaker, .
Where can I watch The Great Debaters online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Great Debaters is available.
Is The Great Debaters based on a true story?▼
When the nation was in need, he inspired them to give us hope.
What is the IMDb rating of The Great Debaters?▼
The Great Debaters has an IMDb rating of 7.247/10 based on 654 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Great Debaters?▼
The movie had a production budget of $15,000,000 and earned $30,226,144 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Great Debaters?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Marshall Production, The Weinstein Company, Harpo Films. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Great Debaters filmed?▼
The Great Debaters was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Great Debaters?▼
The total runtime of The Great Debaters is 126 minutes.
Is The Great Debaters suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Great Debaters?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Great Debaters.
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