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Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom

2013·Movie·PG-13 ·141 min·6.9(575)

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.

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Where to watch Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom in United States

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United StatesStarz Apple TV Channel, Wonder Project Amazon Channel, FawesomeAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home
IndiaGoogle Play Movies, YouTube
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CanadaLionsgate+ Amazon Channels, Tubi TVApple TV Store, CosmoGo, Amazon Video
AustraliaStanJustWatch TV, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video
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FranceMolotov TV, HBO Max, HBO Max Amazon ChannelApple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Canal VOD
SpainApple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Google Play Movies
BrazilSony One Amazon ChannelClaro video, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video
JapanAmazon 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
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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

In United States, you can stream Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom on Starz Apple TV Channel, Wonder Project Amazon Channel, and Fawesome, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home. Click any service above to open it directly.

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Cast of Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom

Idris Elba

Idris Elba

Nelson Mandela

Naomie Harris

Naomie Harris

Winnie Madikizela

Tony Kgoroge

Tony Kgoroge

Walter Sisulu

Riaad Moosa

Riaad Moosa

Ahmed Kathrada

Fana Mokoena

Fana Mokoena

Govan Mbeki

Robert Hobbs

Robert Hobbs

Chief Warder

Jamie Bartlett

Jamie Bartlett

James Gregory

Lindiwe Matshikiza

Lindiwe Matshikiza

Zindzi Mandela

Terry Pheto

Terry Pheto

Evelyn Mase

Deon Lotz

Deon Lotz

Kobie Coetzee

Thapelo Mokoena

Thapelo Mokoena

Elias Motsoaledi

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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.

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