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Walt Whitman

Walt Whitman

This American Experience tells Whitman's life story, from his working-class childhood in Long Island, to his years as a newspaper reporter in Brooklyn when he struggled to support his impoverished family, then to his reckless pursuit of the attention and affection he craved for his work, to his death in 1892.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Walt Whitman
  • Genres: Documentary, History
  • Release Date: 2008-04-14
  • Runtime: 109 minutes
  • Rating: 5/10 (1 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: PBS American Experience, PBS, GBH, Hidden Hill Productions
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.4798
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

J.K. Simmons

J.K. Simmons

as Narrator (voice)

Chris Cooper

Chris Cooper

as Walt Whitman (voice)

Walt Whitman

Walt Whitman

as Self (archive footage)

Gallery

Movie scene

External Links

Keywords

poetrypoetamerican civil warwalt whitman

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Walt Whitman?

Walt Whitman is a Documentary, History movie directed by . It was released on 2008-04-14.

Who are the main actors in Walt Whitman?

The main cast includes J.K. Simmons, Chris Cooper, Walt Whitman, .

Where can I watch Walt Whitman online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Walt Whitman is available.

Is Walt Whitman based on a true story?

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

What is the IMDb rating of Walt Whitman?

Walt Whitman has an IMDb rating of 5/10 based on 1 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Walt Whitman?

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

Who composed the soundtrack for Walt Whitman?

The soundtrack was composed by PBS American Experience, PBS, GBH, Hidden Hill Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Walt Whitman filmed?

Walt Whitman was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Walt Whitman?

The total runtime of Walt Whitman is 109 minutes.

Is Walt Whitman suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to Walt Whitman?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Walt Whitman.

Does Walt Whitman have a post-credit scene?

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