Mabo (2012): Cast & Where to Watch
Mabo is a 2012 historical drama directed by Rachel Perkins, starring Jimi Bani as Koiki Eddie Mabo, Deborah Mailman and Miranda Otto. It runs 1 hour 43 minutes. Stream it on Kanopy.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 43m (103 min)
- Director
- Rachel Perkins
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Blackfella Films
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Mabo About?
The premise of Mabo without spoilers.
This is the inspiring true story of Eddie ‘Koiki’ Mabo, a Torres Strait Islander who, despite leaving school at just fifteen, led a groundbreaking legal challenge. His fight against the legal principle of terra nullius resulted in a landmark High Court decision that fundamentally changed Australian law and the recognition of Indigenous land rights. It’s a remarkable account of one man’s determination to fight for justice and reshape a nation’s understanding of its history.
Where to Watch Mabo
Stream it on Kanopy. US availability and prices from JustWatch.
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Mabo Cast & Characters
Jimi Bani leads the cast as Koiki Eddie Mabo, with Deborah Mailman as Bonita Mabo and Miranda Otto as Margaret White. Directed by Rachel Perkins; 21 actors are credited in all.
- Director Rachel Perkins
- Jimi Bani as Koiki Eddie Mabo
- Deborah Mailman as Bonita Mabo
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Miranda Otto as Margaret White -
Ewen Leslie as Bryan Keon-Cohen
Also Starring in Mabo
· 17 more- Damien Garvey Conroy
- Colin Friels Justice Moynihan
- Robyn Moore Barbara Hocking
- Felix Williamson Ron Castan
- Tom Budge Greg McIntyre
- Rob Carlton Paddy Killoran
- Leon Ford Henry Reynolds
- Miranda Tapsell Davy's Wife
- Chris Bartholomew Townsville Hotel Barman
- Heath Bergersen Davy
- Amy Ingram CES Officer
- Sean Dennehy Geoffrey Davies
- Matthew Whittet Noel Loos
- Louise Brehmer Norma
- Paul Bryant Publican
- Roxanne McDonald Allyson Davies
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Mabo Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Mabo.
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Mabo FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch and post-credit scenes of Mabo, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Mabo?
Mabo runs 1 hour 43 minutes (103 minutes).
When was Mabo released?
Mabo was released on June 10, 2012.
Who directed Mabo?
Mabo was directed by Rachel Perkins.
More films by Rachel Perkins Who is in the cast of Mabo?
Mabo stars Jimi Bani as Koiki Eddie Mabo, Deborah Mailman as Bonita Mabo and Miranda Otto as Margaret White, among 21 credited actors.
Where can I watch Mabo?
In the US, Mabo is streaming on Kanopy (availability from JustWatch).
Does Mabo have a post-credit scene?
No. Mabo has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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