Freeman (1977): cast, story & where to watch
1977 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1977, Freeman is a notable film directed by Lloyd Richards, running about 94 minutes.
What it’s about. This 1977 drama by Phillip Hayes Dean, deals with the sad division between what a man hopes for and what he achieves. In the title role, Dick Anthony Williams portrays a naïve, ambitious, recklessly optimistic man who is not understood by those closest to him and who finds himself in difficulty because of his unrealistic hopes.
Who’s in it. Freeman stars Chip Fields as Osa Lee, Louis Gossett Jr. as Rex, Paulene Myers as Teresa and Richard Ward as Ned, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Freeman has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Freeman page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Freeman (1977)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Freeman change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Freeman worth watching?
- Freeman holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Freeman?
- Freeman stars Chip Fields, Louis Gossett Jr., Paulene Myers, Richard Ward and Dick Anthony Williams.
- When was Freeman released?
- Freeman was released in 1977, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.