I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings movie poster

I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings

April 28, 1979 1h 36m 4.0/10 (9 votes)

Originally released in 1979. I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings is a drama/tv movie film. directed by Fielder Cook.

Starring Paul Benjamin, Diahann Carroll, and Ruby Dee

Synopsis

Based on writer Maya Angelou's eloquent reminiscences of her days as a gifted youngster growing up in the South during the Depression years where she and her older brother were raised by their grandmother after the divorce of their parents.

Quick Facts

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Release Date April 28, 1979 46 years ago
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Runtime 1h 36m 96 minutes total
User Rating 4.0/10 Mixed (9 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Tomorrow Entertainment

Frequently Asked Questions

What is I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings about?

Based on writer Maya Angelou's eloquent reminiscences of her days as a gifted youngster growing up in the South during the Depression years where she and her older brother were raised by their gran...

Who directed I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings?

I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings was directed by Fielder Cook.

How long is I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings?

I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings has a runtime of 1 hours and 36 minutes (96 minutes total).

When was I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings released?

I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings was released on April 28, 1979 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings?

The main cast of I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings includes Paul Benjamin, Diahann Carroll, Ruby Dee, Roger E. Mosley, Esther Rolle.