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Amazing Grace

2006·Movie·PG·117 min·6.9(319)

Behind the song you love is a story you will never forget.

The true story of William Wilberforce and his courageous quest to end the British slave trade. Along the way, Wilberforce meets intense opposition, but his minister urges him to see the cause through.

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About Amazing Grace

Amazing Grace is a 2006 English-language drama film directed by Michael Apted. The cast is led by Ioan Gruffudd, Romola Garai, Benedict Cumberbatch. It has a runtime of 1h 57m. Viewers rate it 6.9/10 across 300 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home.

Amazing Grace was produced by Samuel Goldwyn Films, Roadside Attractions, and Bristol Bay Productions and made in United States of America and United Kingdom. It was released on September 16, 2006, and carries a PG certification. At the box office it grossed around $32 million worldwide.

Director
Michael Apted
Writers
Steven Knight
Release date
September 16, 2006
Original language
English
Age rating
PG
Status
Released
Country
United States of America, United Kingdom
Box office
$32 million
Production
Samuel Goldwyn Films, Roadside Attractions, Bristol Bay Productions
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Amazing Grace cast & crew

Amazing Grace was directed by Michael Apted and written by Steven Knight.

The cast features Ioan Gruffudd as William Wilberforce, Romola Garai as Barbara Spooner, Benedict Cumberbatch as William Pitt, Albert Finney as John Newton, Michael Gambon as Lord Charles Fox, and Rufus Sewell as Thomas Clarkson.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by David Arnold, cinematography is by Remi Adefarasin, and it was produced by Terrence Malick and Ken Wales.

Is Amazing Grace worth watching?

Amazing Grace holds an audience score of 6.9/10 from 319 ratings, a solidly received drama films.

At 1h 57m, it's a standard feature-length watch.

If you enjoy drama, Amazing Grace is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch Amazing Grace

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Cast of Amazing Grace

Ioan Gruffudd

Ioan Gruffudd

William Wilberforce

Romola Garai

Romola Garai

Barbara Spooner

Benedict Cumberbatch

Benedict Cumberbatch

William Pitt

Albert Finney

Albert Finney

John Newton

Michael Gambon

Michael Gambon

Lord Charles Fox

Rufus Sewell

Rufus Sewell

Thomas Clarkson

Youssou N'Dour

Youssou N'Dour

Olaudah Equiano

Ciarán Hinds

Ciarán Hinds

Lord Tarleton

Toby Jones

Toby Jones

Duke of Clarence

Nicholas Farrell

Nicholas Farrell

Henry Thornton

Sylvestra Le Touzel

Sylvestra Le Touzel

Marianne Thornton

Jeremy Swift

Jeremy Swift

Richard the Butler

Amazing Grace — FAQs

Where can I watch Amazing Grace in United States?

Amazing Grace is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home.

What language is Amazing Grace in?

Amazing Grace is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is Amazing Grace?

Amazing Grace runs 1 hours 57 minutes (117 minutes).

What is Amazing Grace rated?

Amazing Grace is rated PG. It holds a 6.9/10 audience score from 319 ratings.

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