The Best of Enemies
“Change is worth fighting for”
Centers on the unlikely relationship between Ann Atwater, an outspoken civil rights activist, and C.P. Ellis, a local Ku Klux Klan leader who reluctantly co-chaired a community summit, battling over the desegregation of schools in Durham, North Carolina during the racially-charged summer of 1971. The incredible events that unfolded would change Durham and the lives of Atwater and Ellis forever.
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| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | Amazon Video, Fandango At Home |
| India | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| United Kingdom | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| Canada | Plex | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| Australia | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Germany | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| France | — | Apple TV Store, Orange VOD, YouTube |
| Spain | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Amazon Video |
| Brazil | — | Claro video, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Japan | U-NEXT | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
About The Best of Enemies
The Best of Enemies is a 2019 English-language drama and history film directed by Robin Bissell. The cast is led by Taraji P. Henson, Sam Rockwell, Babou Ceesay. It has a runtime of 2h 13m. Viewers rate it 7.4/10 across 500 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads.
The Best of Enemies was produced by Material Pictures, STXfilms, and Stage 6 Films and made in United States of America. It was released on April 5, 2019, and carries a PG-13 certification.
- Director
- Robin Bissell
- Writers
- Robin Bissell
- Release date
- April 5, 2019
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- PG-13
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Budget
- $10 million
- Production
- Material Pictures, STXfilms, Stage 6 Films
The Best of Enemies cast & crew
The Best of Enemies was directed by Robin Bissell and written by Robin Bissell.
The cast features Taraji P. Henson as Ann Atwater, Sam Rockwell as Claiborne Paul Ellis, Babou Ceesay as Bill Riddick, Anne Heche as Mary Ellis, Wes Bentley as Floyd Kelly, and Nick Searcy as Garland Keith.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Marcelo Zarvos, cinematography is by David Lanzenberg, and it was produced by Tobey Maguire and Danny Strong.
Is The Best of Enemies worth watching?
The Best of Enemies holds an audience score of 7.4/10 from 485 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed drama films.
At 2h 13m, it's a standard feature-length watch.
If you enjoy drama and history, The Best of Enemies is worth a place on your watchlist.
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Cast of The Best of Enemies
Taraji P. Henson
Ann Atwater
Sam Rockwell
Claiborne Paul Ellis
Babou Ceesay
Bill Riddick
Anne Heche
Mary Ellis
Wes Bentley
Floyd Kelly
Nick Searcy
Garland Keith
Bruce McGill
Carvie Oldham
John Gallagher Jr.
Lee Trombley
Nicholas Logan
Wiley Yates
Gilbert Glenn Brown
Howard Clement
Caitlin Mehner
Maddy Mays
Dolan Wilson
Councilman Bill Atkins
The Best of Enemies — FAQs
▸Where can I watch The Best of Enemies in United States?
The Best of Enemies is streaming on Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads in United States.
▸Is The Best of Enemies on Netflix?
Yes — The Best of Enemies is currently available on Netflix in United States.
▸What language is The Best of Enemies in?
The Best of Enemies is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is The Best of Enemies?
The Best of Enemies runs 2 hours 13 minutes (133 minutes).
▸What is The Best of Enemies rated?
The Best of Enemies is rated PG-13. It holds a 7.4/10 audience score from 485 ratings.
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