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The Murder of Fred Hampton

The Murder of Fred Hampton

Fred Hampton was the leader of the Illinois Chapter of the Black Panther Party. This film depicts his brutal murder by the Chicago police and its subsequent investigation, but also documents his activities in organizing the Chapter, his public speeches, and the programs he founded for children during the last eighteen months of his life.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Murder of Fred Hampton
  • Genres: Documentary
  • Release Date: 1971-05-01
  • Runtime: 88 minutes
  • Rating: 7/10 (8 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: The Film Group
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.1635
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Fred Hampton

Fred Hampton

as Self (archive footage)

Edward Carmody

Edward Carmody

as Self - State's Atty Police (archive footage)

Rennie Davis

Rennie Davis

as Self (archive footage)

Edward Hanrahan

Edward Hanrahan

as Self (Illinois State's Attorney) (archive footage) (as Edward V. Hanrahan)

Don Matuson

Don Matuson

as Attorney in trial re-creation

Skip Andrew

Skip Andrew

as Self - Attorney (archive footage)

Deborah Johnson

Deborah Johnson

as Self (archive footage)

Renault Robinson

Renault Robinson

as Self - Pres., Afro-American Police Assn. (archive footage)

Ronald Satchel

Ronald Satchel

as Self (archive footage) (as 'Doc' Satchel)

Tom Streeter

Tom Streeter

as Self - Maywood Councilman (archive footage)

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

Murder of Fred Hampton | Trailer

Trailer for THE MURDER OF FRED HAMPTON (1971, Mike Gray & Howard Alk)

External Links

Keywords

black panther partyblack activist

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Murder of Fred Hampton?

The Murder of Fred Hampton is a Documentary movie directed by . It was released on 1971-05-01.

Who are the main actors in The Murder of Fred Hampton?

The main cast includes Fred Hampton, Edward Carmody, Rennie Davis, Edward Hanrahan, Don Matuson, .

Where can I watch The Murder of Fred Hampton online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Murder of Fred Hampton is available.

Is The Murder of Fred Hampton based on a true story?

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of The Murder of Fred Hampton?

The Murder of Fred Hampton has an IMDb rating of 7/10 based on 8 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Murder of Fred Hampton?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Murder of Fred Hampton?

The soundtrack was composed by The Film Group. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Murder of Fred Hampton filmed?

The Murder of Fred Hampton was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Murder of Fred Hampton?

The total runtime of The Murder of Fred Hampton is 88 minutes.

Is The Murder of Fred Hampton suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to The Murder of Fred Hampton?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Murder of Fred Hampton.

Does The Murder of Fred Hampton have a post-credit scene?

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