
American Promise
Success is Our Only Option
In 1999, filmmakers Joe Brewster and Michèle Stephenson turned the camera on themselves and began filming their five-year-old son, Idris, and his best friend, Seun, as they started kindergarten at the prestigious Dalton School just as the private institution was committing to diversify its student body. Their cameras continued to follow both families for another 12 years as the paths of the two boys diverged—one continued private school while the other pursued a very different route through the public education system.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: American Promise
- Genres: Documentary
- Release Date: 2013-10-18
- Runtime: 135 minutes
- Rating: 6.7/10 (6 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: American Documentary, POV, Impact Partners, ITVS, Rada Studio
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.173
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew

Idris Brewster
as Self

Oluwaseun Summers
as Self

Michèle Stephenson
as Self

Joe Brewster
as Self

Anthony Summers
as Self

Stacey O. Summers
as Self
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is American Promise?▼
American Promise is a Documentary movie directed by . It was released on 2013-10-18.
Who are the main actors in American Promise?▼
The main cast includes Idris Brewster, Oluwaseun Summers, Michèle Stephenson, Joe Brewster, Anthony Summers, .
Where can I watch American Promise online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if American Promise is available.
Is American Promise based on a true story?▼
Success is Our Only Option
What is the IMDb rating of American Promise?▼
American Promise has an IMDb rating of 6.7/10 based on 6 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of American Promise?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for American Promise?▼
The soundtrack was composed by American Documentary, POV, Impact Partners, ITVS, Rada Studio. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was American Promise filmed?▼
American Promise was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is American Promise?▼
The total runtime of American Promise is 135 minutes.
Is American Promise suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to American Promise?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to American Promise.
Does American Promise have a post-credit scene?▼
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