Freedom Riders
Originally released in 2010. Freedom Riders is a documentary/history film. directed by Stanley Nelson.
Starring Raymond Arsenault, Genevieve Houghton, and Gordon Carey
Synopsis
This is the story of more than four hundred Americans who participated in a bold and dangerous experiment designed to awaken the conscience of a complacent nation. These self-proclaimed, 'Freedom Riders' challenged the mores of a racially segregated society by performing a disarmingly simple act.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 1, 2010
15 years ago
Runtime
1h 57m
117 minutes total
User Rating
7.6/10
Great (10 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Raymond Arsenault
as Self - Author of 'Freedom Riders'
Genevieve Houghton
as Self - Freedom Rider
Gordon Carey
as Self - Core staff
Derek Catsam
as Self - Historian
John Lewis
as Self - Freedom Rider
Diane Nash
as Self - Student, Fisk University
Charles Person
as Self - Freedom Rider
Sangernetta Gilbert Bush
as Self - Montgomery resident
John Seigenthaler
as Self - Nashville resident
Evan Thomas
as Self - Robert F. Kennedy biographer
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- American Experience Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Freedom Riders about?
This is the story of more than four hundred Americans who participated in a bold and dangerous experiment designed to awaken the conscience of a complacent nation. These self-proclaimed, 'Freedom R...
Who directed Freedom Riders?
Freedom Riders was directed by Stanley Nelson.
How long is Freedom Riders?
Freedom Riders has a runtime of 1 hours and 57 minutes (117 minutes total).
When was Freedom Riders released?
Freedom Riders was released on February 1, 2010 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Freedom Riders?
The main cast of Freedom Riders includes Raymond Arsenault, Genevieve Houghton, Gordon Carey, Derek Catsam, John Lewis.