Matewan
It takes more than guns to kill a man.
Filmed in the coal country of West Virginia, "Matewan" celebrates labor organizing in the context of a 1920s work stoppage. Union organizer, Joe Kenehan, a scab named "Few Clothes" Johnson and a sympathetic mayor and police chief heroically fight the power represented by a coal company and Matewan's vested interests so that justice and workers' rights need not take a back seat to squalid working conditions, exploitation and the bottom line.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Matewan
- Genres: Drama, History
- Release Date: 1987-08-28
- Runtime: 132 minutes
- Rating: 7.4/10 (120 votes)
- Budget: $4,000,000
- Revenue: $1,680,358
- Production Companies: Cinecom Entertainment Group, Film Gallery, Goldcrest, Red Dog Films, Winwood Productions
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 2.2834
- Languages: English, Italian
Cast & Crew
Chris Cooper
as Joe Kenehan
James Earl Jones
as 'Few Clothes' Johnson
Mary McDonnell
as Elma Radnor
Will Oldham
as Danny Radnor
David Strathairn
as Police Chief Sid Hatfield
Ken Jenkins
as Sephus Purcell
Kevin Tighe
as Bill Hickey
Gordon Clapp
as Tom Griggs
Bob Gunton
as C.E. Lively
Jace Alexander
as Hilllard Elkins
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Trailers & Clips
Matewan (1987) ORIGINAL TRAILER [HD 1080p]
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Matewan?▼
Matewan is a Drama, History movie directed by . It was released on 1987-08-28.
Who are the main actors in Matewan?▼
The main cast includes Chris Cooper, James Earl Jones, Mary McDonnell, Will Oldham, David Strathairn, .
Where can I watch Matewan online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Matewan is available.
Is Matewan based on a true story?▼
It takes more than guns to kill a man.
What is the IMDb rating of Matewan?▼
Matewan has an IMDb rating of 7.4/10 based on 120 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Matewan?▼
The movie had a production budget of $4,000,000 and earned $1,680,358 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Matewan?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Cinecom Entertainment Group, Film Gallery, Goldcrest, Red Dog Films, Winwood Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Matewan filmed?▼
Matewan was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Matewan?▼
The total runtime of Matewan is 132 minutes.
Is Matewan suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Matewan?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Matewan.
Does Matewan have a post-credit scene?▼
Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!
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