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Chicago 10 (2008): Cast, Ratings & Box Office

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Chicago 10 is a 2008 animated documentary directed by Brett Morgen, starring Nick Nolte, Roy Scheider and Jeffrey Wright. It runs 1 hour 50 minutes and earned $177,490 worldwide. Critics gave it 80% on Rotten Tomatoes and 69 on Metacritic.

Rotten Tomatoes
80%
worldwide gross
$177.5K
Metascore
69
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Chicago 10 (2008) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 50m (110 min)
Director
Brett Morgen
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Chicago 10 About?

The premise of Chicago 10 without spoilers.

This documentary vividly recreates the chaotic 1968 Democratic National Convention, combining original footage with dynamic 3D animation. It explores the intense confrontations between police and protesters, and then examines the subsequent trial, which many found to be deeply flawed. A powerful soundtrack, ranging from Black Sabbath to Eminem, underscores the rebellious spirit and social unrest of the era.

Chicago 10 Themes & Keywords

· 50 tags
  • 1960s
  • united states of america
  • convention
  • august
  • summer
  • international amphitheatre
  • amphitheatre
  • illinois
  • 1968 democratic national convention
  • light bulb
  • watching tv
  • politics documentary
+38 more
  • for grown ups animation
  • anti war
  • democratic national convention
  • trial
  • chicago police
  • reenactment
  • hypocrisy
  • rally
  • sieg heil
  • festival
  • phone booth
  • police state
  • contempt
  • conspiracy
  • snow
  • teacher
  • ransom
  • master of ceremonies
  • party
  • selective service system
  • sss
  • mobilization
  • we shall overcome
  • racial segregation
  • call in show
  • radio show
  • amphitheater
  • nightclub
  • national guard
  • illinois national guard
  • dog
  • tent
  • american flag
  • levitation
  • nudity
  • sex
  • poem
  • poet
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Cast & crew

Chicago 10 Cast

Nick Nolte leads the cast, with Roy Scheider and Jeffrey Wright. Directed by Brett Morgen.

From the director

More from Brett Morgen

More films directed by Brett Morgen, best-rated first: Moonage Daydream, Kurt Cobain: Montage of Heck, On the Ropes and The Kid Stays in the Picture.

Full filmography
Ratings

Chicago 10 Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Chicago 10 80% on Rotten Tomatoes and 69 on Metacritic.

Box office

Chicago 10 Box Office

Chicago 10 grossed $177,490 worldwide.

2008 box office

Worldwide gross

$177.5K

US & Canada
$177.5K
Videos

Chicago 10 Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Chicago 10.

CHICAGO 10 - OFFICIAL TRAILER
Cars

Cars in Chicago 10

33 cars on screen, including the 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood and the 2001 Ford Crown Victoria.

All 33 cars
  • 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood in Chicago 10 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood Main role
  • 2001 Ford Crown Victoria in Chicago 10 2001 Ford Crown Victoria Main role
  • 1992 Buick Roadmaster in Chicago 10 1992 Buick Roadmaster Important role
  • 1994 Cadillac Seville SLS in Chicago 10 1994 Cadillac Seville SLS Important role
Details

Chicago 10 Also Known As

2 alternative titles: “Chicago 10: Speak Your Peace” and “芝加哥10”.

Also known as
  • Chicago 10: Speak Your Peace
  • 芝加哥10

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FAQ

Chicago 10 FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Chicago 10, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Chicago 10?

Chicago 10 runs 1 hour 50 minutes (110 minutes).

When was Chicago 10 released?

Chicago 10 was released on February 29, 2008.

Who directed Chicago 10?

Chicago 10 was directed by Brett Morgen.

More films by Brett Morgen

Who is in the cast of Chicago 10?

Chicago 10 stars Nick Nolte, Roy Scheider and Jeffrey Wright.

How much did Chicago 10 make at the box office?

Chicago 10 grossed $177,490 worldwide.

How is Chicago 10 rated?

Chicago 10 has 80% on Rotten Tomatoes, 69 on Metacritic and 60% on TMDB.

Does Chicago 10 have a post-credit scene?

No. Chicago 10 has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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