The Chicago 8 (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 2011, The Chicago 8 is a drama film directed by Pinchas Perry, running about 88 minutes. “A true story based on the most infamous court case in America's history” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Based on actual court transcripts of 8 anti-war protesters on trial for conspiring to cause riots at the 1968 Democratic National Convention in Chicago.
Who’s in it. The Chicago 8 stars Gary Cole as Bill Kunstler, Mayim Bialik as Nancy Kurshan, Steven Culp as Thomas Foran and Aaron Abrams as Lee Weiner, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, The Chicago 8 has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Chicago 8 page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Chicago 8 tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Chicago 8 (2011)?
- In US, The Chicago 8 is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Chicago 8 worth watching?
- The Chicago 8 holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Chicago 8?
- The Chicago 8 stars Gary Cole, Mayim Bialik, Steven Culp, Aaron Abrams and Philip Baker Hall.
- When was The Chicago 8 released?
- The Chicago 8 was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.