Freedom Road
Originally released in 1979. Freedom Road is a drama film. directed by Ján Kadár. With a runtime of 3h 6m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Muhammad Ali, Kris Kristofferson, and Ron O'Neal
Synopsis
Ex-slave and former Union soldier Gideon Jackson represents other ex-slaves at the constitutional convention, and is soon elected to the U.S. Senate despite opposition from white landowners, law enforcement and the KKK. He unites with sharecropper Abner Lait, who helps Jackson unite ex-slaves and white tenant farmers.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 29, 1979
46 years ago
Runtime
3h 6m
186 minutes total
User Rating
4.8/10
Mixed (6 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Muhammad Ali
as Gideon Jackson
Kris Kristofferson
as Abner Lait
Ron O'Neal
as Francis Cardoza
Edward Herrmann
as Stephen Holmes
John McLiam
as President Ulysses S. Grant
Ossie Davis
as Narrator
Barbara O. Jones
as Rachel Jackson (as Barbara-O Jones)
Sonny Jim Gaines
as Brother Peter
Joel Fluellen
as James Allenby
Jean Foster
as Ellen Allenby
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Braun Entertainment Group
- Worldvision
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Freedom Road about?
Ex-slave and former Union soldier Gideon Jackson represents other ex-slaves at the constitutional convention, and is soon elected to the U.S. Senate despite opposition from white landowners, law en...
Who directed Freedom Road?
Freedom Road was directed by Ján Kadár.
How long is Freedom Road?
Freedom Road has a runtime of 3 hours and 6 minutes (186 minutes total).
When was Freedom Road released?
Freedom Road was released on October 29, 1979 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Freedom Road?
The main cast of Freedom Road includes Muhammad Ali, Kris Kristofferson, Ron O'Neal, Edward Herrmann, John McLiam.