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Emancipation (2022)

7.7/10 ยท 1,308 votes 2h 12m r DramaHistoryWar

#18 of 226 films from 2022 #468 of 3759 in drama

Directed by Antoine Fuqua ยท Written by Bill Collage

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Overview

Inspired by the gripping true story of a man who would do anything for his familyโ€”and for freedom. When Peter, an enslaved man, risks his life to escape and return to his family, he embarks on a perilous journey of love and endurance.

Cast

Will Smithas Peter
Ben Fosteras Jim Fassel
Charmaine Bingwaas Dodienne
Gilbert Owuoras Gordon
Ronnie Gene Blevinsas Harrington
Aaron Motenas Knowls
Jabbar Lewisas Tomas
Michael Luwoyeas John
Steven Oggas Howard
Grant Harveyas Leeds
Mustafa Shakiras Lt. Andrew Cailloux
Paul Ben-Victoras Major G. Halstead
David Denmanas General William Dwight
Jesse C. Boydas Mike Hurley

Facts

Release dateDecember 2, 2022
Runtime132 min (2h 12m) โ€” longer as the 2022 average of 113 min
GenresDrama, History, War
LanguageEN
IMDbtt12530246

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Questions

How long is Emancipation?
Emancipation runs 132 minutes (2h 12m).
Is Emancipation worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.7/10 across 1,308 votes, which places it #18 of 226 films released in 2022 in this index (top 92%) and #468 among 3759 drama titles.
Who directed Emancipation?
Emancipation was directed by Antoine Fuqua. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Michael (2026), Training Day (2001), Southpaw (2015).
Who stars in Emancipation?
Will Smith as Peter; Ben Foster as Jim Fassel; Charmaine Bingwa as Dodienne; Gilbert Owuor as Gordon; Ronnie Gene Blevins as Harrington; Aaron Moten as Knowls.
What is Emancipation rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Emancipation?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/15770.

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