Mississippi Damned (2009): cast, story & where to watch
2009 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 2009, Mississippi Damned is a drama film directed by Tina Mabry, running about 120 minutes. “Wanting to escape was the easy part.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Three poor Black kids in rural Mississippi reap the consequences of their family's cycle of abuse, addiction, and violence.
Who’s in it. Mississippi Damned stars Tessa Thompson as Kari Peterson, Adam Clark as Junior, Malcolm Goodwin as Sammy Stone and Michael Hyatt as Delores, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Mississippi Damned has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Mississippi Damned page.
If you liked it. Fans of Mississippi Damned tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Mississippi Damned (2009)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Mississippi Damned change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Mississippi Damned worth watching?
- Mississippi Damned holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Mississippi Damned?
- Mississippi Damned stars Tessa Thompson, Adam Clark, Malcolm Goodwin, Michael Hyatt and Malcolm David Kelley.
- When was Mississippi Damned released?
- Mississippi Damned was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 120 minutes.