Free State of Jones (2016)
Movie 2h 20m ★ 6.8/10
Good for tonight if you want to: i want to feel something, pure adrenaline, teach me something
Dating from 2016, Free State of Jones sits in the action, drama and history corner of our catalogue. It is directed by Gary Ross. The cast includes Keri Russell, Jacob Lofland and Matthew McConaughey. The running time is 2h 20m. Audiences give it a decent score of 6.8 out of 10.
65Tonight Score Well rated.
Synopsis
In 1863, Mississippi farmer Newt Knight serves as a medic for the Confederate Army. Opposed to slavery, Knight would rather help the wounded than fight the Union. After his nephew dies in battle, Newt returns home to Jones County to safeguard his family but is soon branded an outlaw deserter. Forced to flee, he finds refuge with a group of runaway slaves hiding out in the swamps. Forging an alliance with the slaves and other farmers, Knight leads a rebellion that would forever change history.
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Cast & crew
- Gary RossDirector
- Keri Russellas Serena Knight
- Jacob Loflandas Daniel
- Matthew McConaugheyas Newton Knight
- Gary Grubbsas Prosecuting Attorney
- Martin Bats Bradfordas Freedman 1
- Joe Chrestas Amos Deason
- Gugu Mbatha-Rawas Rachel
- Mahershala Alias Moses Washington
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Questions about Free State of Jones
- What genre is Free State of Jones?
- Free State of Jones is categorised as Action, Drama, History, War.
- Who stars in Free State of Jones?
- Keri Russell, Jacob Lofland, Matthew McConaughey, Gary Grubbs, Martin Bats Bradford appear in the main cast.
- Who directed Free State of Jones?
- Gary Ross directed Free State of Jones.
- How long is Free State of Jones?
- Free State of Jones runs for 2h 20m (140 minutes).
- Is Free State of Jones worth watching?
- It holds an audience score of 6.8/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.
- Where can I watch Free State of Jones?
- Availability changes by country and over time. Use the "Where to watch" links on this page to see which legal streaming, rental or purchase services currently offer it.
