The Great Debaters (2007)
Movie 2h 6m ★ 7.2/10
Good for tonight if you want to: i want to feel something
The Great Debaters is a drama movie from 2007. It is directed by Denzel Washington. The cast includes Devyn A. Tyler, Jurnee Smollett and Forest Whitaker. The running time is 2h 6m. Audiences give it a strong score of 7.2 out of 10.
68Tonight Score Well rated.
Synopsis
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.
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Cast & crew
- Denzel WashingtonDirector
- Devyn A. Tyleras Helen Farmer
- Jurnee Smollettas Samantha Booke
- Forest Whitakeras Dr. James Farmer Sr.
- Denzel Washingtonas Melvin B. Tolson
- John Heardas Sheriff Dozier
- Kimberly Eliseas Pearl Farmer
- Denzel Whitakeras James Farmer Jr.
- Ritchie Montgomeryas Deputy
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Questions about The Great Debaters
- What genre is The Great Debaters?
- The Great Debaters is categorised as Drama.
- Who stars in The Great Debaters?
- Devyn A. Tyler, Jurnee Smollett, Forest Whitaker, Denzel Washington, John Heard appear in the main cast.
- Who directed The Great Debaters?
- Denzel Washington directed The Great Debaters.
- How long is The Great Debaters?
- The Great Debaters runs for 2h 6m (126 minutes).
- Is The Great Debaters worth watching?
- It holds an audience score of 7.2/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.
- Where can I watch The Great Debaters?
- 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.
