Salute (2008): cast, story & where to watch
2008 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 2008, Salute is a documentary film directed by Matt Norman, running about 120 minutes. “The story behind the image” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The black power salute by Tommie Smith and John Carlos at the 1968 Mexico Olympics was an iconic moment in the US civil rights struggle. Far less known is the part in that episode in history played by Peter Norman, the white Australian on the podium who had run second — and the price paid afterward by all three athletes.
Who’s in it. Salute stars Christopher Kirby as Narrator, Peter Norman as Himself, Tommie Smith as Himself and John Wesley Carlos as Himself, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Salute 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 Salute page.
If you liked it. Fans of Salute tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Salute (2008)?
- In US, Salute is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Salute worth watching?
- Salute holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Salute?
- Salute stars Christopher Kirby, Peter Norman, Tommie Smith, John Wesley Carlos and Payton Jordan.
- When was Salute released?
- Salute was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 120 minutes.