Nationtime (2020): Cast, Ratings & Where to Watch
Nationtime is a 2020 documentary directed by William Greaves, starring Jesse Jackson, Harry Belafonte and Amiri Baraka. It runs 1 hour 20 minutes. Critics gave it 77 on Metacritic. Stream it on Hoopla and Kanopy, or rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 20m (80 min)
- Director
- William Greaves
- Genre
- Documentary
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Kino Lorber
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Nationtime About?
The premise of Nationtime without spoilers.
Amidst the burgeoning civil rights movement, Nationtime documents the 1972 National Black Political Convention held in Gary, Indiana. The film showcases a powerful gathering of influential voices, including Jesse Jackson and Dick Gregory, as they work together to define a shared vision for social change. Through compelling narration by Sidney Poitier and Harry Belafonte, the documentary captures the energy and conviction of this pivotal moment in history, highlighting passionate speeches and arguments aimed at galvanizing a generation.
Where to Watch Nationtime
Stream it on Hoopla and Kanopy, or rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. US availability and prices from JustWatch.
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Nationtime Cast
Jesse Jackson leads the cast, with Harry Belafonte and Amiri Baraka. Directed by William Greaves; 10 actors are credited in all.
- Director William Greaves
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Jesse Jackson as themselves -
Harry Belafonte as themselves - Amiri Baraka as themselves
- Coretta Scott King as themselves
Also Starring in Nationtime
· 6 more- Bobby Seale Themselves
- Betty Shabazz Themselves
- Walter Fauntroy Themselves
- Richard Hatcher Themselves
- Ben Branch Themselves
- Charles C. Diggs Jr. Themselves
Nationtime Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Nationtime 77 on Metacritic.
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Metacritic 77 Metascore
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Nationtime FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch, ratings and post-credit scenes of Nationtime, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Nationtime?
Nationtime runs 1 hour 20 minutes (80 minutes).
When was Nationtime released?
Nationtime was released on October 23, 2020.
Who directed Nationtime?
Nationtime was directed by William Greaves.
More films by William Greaves Who is in the cast of Nationtime?
Nationtime stars Jesse Jackson, Harry Belafonte and Amiri Baraka, among 10 credited actors.
Where can I watch Nationtime?
In the US, Nationtime is streaming on Hoopla and Kanopy and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home (availability from JustWatch).
How is Nationtime rated?
Nationtime has 77 on Metacritic.
Does Nationtime have a post-credit scene?
No. Nationtime has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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