


Film · Released
The Great Debaters
“When the nation was in need, he inspired them to give us hope.”
The Great Debaters at a glance
The Great Debaters is a 2007 drama film, running 2h 6m. Its current release status is “Released”. Age rating: PG-13 in the United Kingdom.
In the United Kingdom it is listed on Lionsgate+ Amazon Channel.
Rated PG-13 in the United Kingdom — suitable for older children and teenagers; parental guidance recommended.
All key facts8
- Type
- Feature film
- Released
- 2007-12-25
- Runtime
- 2h 6m
- Genres
- Drama
- Director
- Denzel Washington
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- TMDB rating
- 7.3 / 10 · 764 votes
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Availability
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Synopsis
Feature filmThe true story of a brilliant but politically radical debate team coach who uses the power of words to transform a group of underdog African-American college students into a historical powerhouse that took on the Harvard elite.
Cast
14 names
Denzel WhitakerJames Farmer Jr.
Denzel WashingtonMelvin B. Tolson
Nate ParkerHenry Lowe
Jurnee Smollett-BellSamantha Booke
Forest WhitakerDr. James Farmer Sr.
Kimberly ElisePearl Farmer
Jermaine WilliamsHamilton Burgess
Gina RaveraRuth Tolson
John HeardSheriff Dozier
Devyn A. TylerHelen Farmer
Ritchie MontgomeryDeputy
Jackson WalkerPig Owner
Tim ParatiPig FarmerQuestions about The Great Debaters
Quick answersWhere can I watch The Great Debaters in the United Kingdom?
In the United Kingdom, The Great Debaters is listed on Lionsgate+ Amazon Channel. Use the country selector above the facts to see another market — streaming rights differ by country.
Is The Great Debaters suitable for children?
The Great Debaters is rated PG-13 in the United Kingdom. That rating covers the themes and content levels set by the local classifier, so use it together with your own judgement for younger viewers.
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What is The Great Debaters about?
The true story of a brilliant but politically radical debate team coach who uses the power of words to transform a group of underdog African-American college students into a historical powerhouse that took on the Harvard elite.
How long is The Great Debaters?
The Great Debaters runs for 2h 6m. The certification and runtime come from TMDB and can differ by region.
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