Amistad
"Freedom is not given. It is our right at birth. But there are moments when it must be taken."
Originally released in 1997. Amistad is a drama/history film. directed by Steven Spielberg. With a runtime of 2h 35m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Morgan Freeman, Nigel Hawthorne, and Anthony Hopkins
Synopsis
In 1839, the slave ship Amistad set sail from Cuba to America. During the long trip, Cinque leads the slaves in an unprecedented uprising. They are then held prisoner in Connecticut, and their release becomes the subject of heated debate. Freed slave Theodore Joadson wants Cinque and the others exonerated and recruits property lawyer Roger Baldwin to help his case. Eventually, John Quincy Adams also becomes an ally.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 10, 1997
28 years ago
Runtime
2h 35m
155 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Great (1,378 votes)
Budget
$36M
Production budget
Box Office
$44.2M
1.2x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Morgan Freeman
as Theodore Joadson
Nigel Hawthorne
as Martin Van Buren
Anthony Hopkins
as John Quincy Adams
Djimon Hounsou
as Cinque
Matthew McConaughey
as Roger Sherman Baldwin
David Paymer
as Secretary John Forsyth
Pete Postlethwaite
as Holabird
Stellan Skarsgård
as Tappan
Razaaq Adoti
as Yamba
Abu Bakaar Fofanah
as Fala
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $36,000,000
- Revenue
- $44,229,441
Production Companies
- DreamWorks Pictures
- HBO Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Amistad about?
In 1839, the slave ship Amistad set sail from Cuba to America. During the long trip, Cinque leads the slaves in an unprecedented uprising. They are then held prisoner in Connecticut, and their rele...
Who directed Amistad?
Amistad was directed by Steven Spielberg.
How long is Amistad?
Amistad has a runtime of 2 hours and 35 minutes (155 minutes total).
When was Amistad released?
Amistad was released on December 10, 1997 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Amistad?
The main cast of Amistad includes Morgan Freeman, Nigel Hawthorne, Anthony Hopkins, Djimon Hounsou, Matthew McConaughey.
Is Amistad worth watching?
Amistad has a user rating of 7.0/10 based on 1,378 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.