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Queen & Slim (2019)

“Two souls on the run, bound by love and fueled by freedom.”

7.1/10 · 780 votes 2h 12m r RomanceDramaCrime

#101 of 296 films from 2019 #466 of 1371 in romance

Directed by Melina Matsoukas · Written by Lena Waithe, James Frey

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Overview

While on a forgettable first date together in Ohio, a black man and a black woman are pulled over for a minor traffic infraction. The situation escalates, with sudden and tragic results.

Cast

Daniel Kaluuyaas Slim
Jodie Turner-Smithas Queen
Bokeem Woodbineas Uncle Earl
Chloë Sevignyas Mrs. Shepherd
Fleaas Mr. Shepherd
Sturgill Simpsonas Police Officer Reed
Lillah Indya Mooreas Goddess
Benito Martinezas Sheriff Edgar
Jahi Di'Allo Winstonas Junior
Gralen Bryant Banksas Older Black Man
D.A. Obahoras Large Black Man
Bryant Tardyas Chubby
Thom Gossom Jr.as Slim's Father
Melanie Halfkennyas Naomi

Facts

Release dateNovember 27, 2019
Runtime132 min (2h 12m) — longer as the 2019 average of 109 min
GenresRomance, Drama, Crime
LanguageEN
Budget$20,000,000
Box office$47,803,176 (2.4× budget)
IMDbtt8722346

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Questions

How long is Queen & Slim?
Queen & Slim runs 132 minutes (2h 12m).
Is Queen & Slim worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.1/10 across 780 votes, which places it #101 of 296 films released in 2019 in this index (top 66%) and #466 among 1371 romance titles.
Who directed Queen & Slim?
Queen & Slim was directed by Melina Matsoukas.
Who stars in Queen & Slim?
Daniel Kaluuya as Slim; Jodie Turner-Smith as Queen; Bokeem Woodbine as Uncle Earl; Chloë Sevigny as Mrs. Shepherd; Flea as Mr. Shepherd; Sturgill Simpson as Police Officer Reed.
What is Queen & Slim rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Queen & Slim?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/45944.

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