The Chicago 8
"A true story based on the most infamous court case in America's history"
Originally released in 2011. The Chicago 8 is a drama film. directed by Pinchas Perry. At just 88 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Gary Cole, Mayim Bialik, and Steven Culp
Synopsis
Based on actual court transcripts of 8 anti-war protesters on trial for conspiring to cause riots at the 1968 Democratic National Convention in Chicago.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 4, 2011
14 years ago
Runtime
1h 28m
88 minutes total
User Rating
5.6/10
Mixed (8 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Gary Cole
as Bill Kunstler
Mayim Bialik
as Nancy Kurshan
Steven Culp
as Thomas Foran
Aaron Abrams
as Lee Weiner
Philip Baker Hall
as Judge Julius Hoffman
David Julian Hirsh
as Tom Hayden
Orlando Jones
as Bobby Seale
Scott Lowell
as Richard Schultz
Danny Masterson
as Jerry Rubin
Peter MacKenzie
as David Dellinger
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Chicago 8 about?
Based on actual court transcripts of 8 anti-war protesters on trial for conspiring to cause riots at the 1968 Democratic National Convention in Chicago.
Who directed The Chicago 8?
The Chicago 8 was directed by Pinchas Perry.
How long is The Chicago 8?
The Chicago 8 has a runtime of 1 hours and 28 minutes (88 minutes total).
When was The Chicago 8 released?
The Chicago 8 was released on June 4, 2011 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Chicago 8?
The main cast of The Chicago 8 includes Gary Cole, Mayim Bialik, Steven Culp, Aaron Abrams, Philip Baker Hall.