

Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom
“It is an ideal for which I am prepared to die.”
A chronicle of Nelson Mandela's life journey from his childhood in a rural village through to his inauguration as the first democratically elected president of South Africa.
Where to watch Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom in United States
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Where is Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Starz Apple TV Channel, Wonder Project Amazon Channel, Fawesome | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home |
| India | — | Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| Canada | Lionsgate+ Amazon Channels, Tubi TV | Apple TV Store, CosmoGo, Amazon Video |
| Australia | Stan | JustWatch TV, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Germany | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, filmfriend, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| France | Molotov TV, HBO Max, HBO Max Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Canal VOD |
| Spain | — | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Google Play Movies |
| Brazil | Sony One Amazon Channel | Claro video, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Japan | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store |
About Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom
Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom is a 2013 English-language drama and history film directed by Justin Chadwick. The cast is led by Idris Elba, Naomie Harris, Tony Kgoroge. It has a runtime of 2h 21m. Viewers rate it 6.9/10 across 600 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Starz Apple TV Channel, Wonder Project Amazon Channel, Fawesome.
Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom was produced by Videovision Entertainment, Film Afrika, and Distant Horizon and made in France and South Africa. It was released on November 28, 2013, and carries a PG-13 certification. Made on a budget of about $35 million, it went on to gross $28 million worldwide.
- Director
- Justin Chadwick
- Writers
- William Nicholson
- Release date
- November 28, 2013
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- PG-13
- Status
- Released
- Country
- France, South Africa
- Budget
- $35 million
- Box office
- $28 million
- Production
- Videovision Entertainment, Film Afrika, Distant Horizon
Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom cast & crew
Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom was directed by Justin Chadwick and written by William Nicholson.
The cast features Idris Elba as Nelson Mandela, Naomie Harris as Winnie Madikizela, Tony Kgoroge as Walter Sisulu, Riaad Moosa as Ahmed Kathrada, Fana Mokoena as Govan Mbeki, and Robert Hobbs as Chief Warder.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Alex Heffes, cinematography is by Lol Crawley, and it was produced by David M. Thompson and Anant Singh.
Is Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom worth watching?
Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom holds an audience score of 6.9/10 from 575 ratings, a solidly received drama films.
At 2h 21m, it's a standard feature-length watch.
If you enjoy drama and history, Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom
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Cast of Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom

Idris Elba
Nelson Mandela

Naomie Harris
Winnie Madikizela

Tony Kgoroge
Walter Sisulu

Riaad Moosa
Ahmed Kathrada

Fana Mokoena
Govan Mbeki

Robert Hobbs
Chief Warder

Jamie Bartlett
James Gregory

Lindiwe Matshikiza
Zindzi Mandela

Terry Pheto
Evelyn Mase

Deon Lotz
Kobie Coetzee

Thapelo Mokoena
Elias Motsoaledi
Zolani Mkiva
Raymond Mhlaba
Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom in United States?
Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom is streaming on Starz Apple TV Channel, Wonder Project Amazon Channel, Fawesome in United States.
▸Is Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom on Starz Apple TV Channel?
Yes — Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom is currently available on Starz Apple TV Channel in United States.
▸What language is Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom in?
Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom is originally in English, with audio tracks including English, Afrikaans, Xhosa. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom?
Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom runs 2 hours 21 minutes (141 minutes).
▸What is Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom rated?
Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom is rated PG-13 . It holds a 6.9/10 audience score from 575 ratings.











