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Fruitvale Station (2013)

“Every step brings you closer to the edge.”

7.4/10 · 1,493 votes 1h 25m r Drama

#41 of 284 films from 2013 #1035 of 3759 in drama

Directed by Ryan Coogler · Written by Ryan Coogler

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Overview

Oakland, California. Young Afro-American Oscar Grant crosses paths with family members, friends, enemies and strangers before facing his fate on the platform at Fruitvale Station, in the early morning hours of New Year's Day 2009.

Cast

Michael B. Jordanas Oscar Grant
Melonie Díazas Sophina
Octavia Spenceras Wanda
Kevin Durandas Officer Caruso
Chad Michael Murrayas Officer Ingram
Ahna O'Reillyas Katie
Ariana Nealas Tatiana
Keenan Coogleras Cato
Trestin Georgeas Brandon
Joey Oglesbyas Cale
Michael Jamesas Carlos
Marjorie Crump-Shearsas Grandma Bonnie
Destiny Ekwuemeas Chantay
Bianca Rodriguez IIIas Vanessa

Facts

Release dateJuly 26, 2013
Runtime85 min (1h 25m) — shorter as the 2013 average of 106 min
GenresDrama
LanguageEN
Budget$900,000
Box office$17,600,000 (19.6× budget)
IMDbtt2334649

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Questions

How long is Fruitvale Station?
Fruitvale Station runs 85 minutes (1h 25m), short enough for a weeknight.
Is Fruitvale Station worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.4/10 across 1,493 votes, which places it #41 of 284 films released in 2013 in this index (top 86%) and #1035 among 3759 drama titles.
Who directed Fruitvale Station?
Fruitvale Station was directed by Ryan Coogler. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Sinners (2025), Creed (2015), Black Panther (2018).
Who stars in Fruitvale Station?
Michael B. Jordan as Oscar Grant; Melonie Díaz as Sophina; Octavia Spencer as Wanda; Kevin Durand as Officer Caruso; Chad Michael Murray as Officer Ingram; Ahna O'Reilly as Katie.
What is Fruitvale Station rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Fruitvale Station?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/53532.

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