Frederick Douglass: In Five Speeches (2022): cast, story & where to watch
2022 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 2022, Frederick Douglass: In Five Speeches is a history and documentary film directed by Julia Marchesi, running about 58 minutes. “Revolution starts with a voice.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Acclaimed actors draw from five of Douglass’ legendary speeches, to represent a different moment in the tumultuous history of 19th century America as well as a different stage of Douglass’ long and celebrated life, while famed scholars provide context for the speeches, and remind us that Frederick Douglass’ words about racial injustice still resonate deeply today.
Who’s in it. Frederick Douglass: In Five Speeches stars Nicole Beharie as Self, David Blight as Self, Colman Domingo as Self and Jonathan Majors as Self, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Frederick Douglass: In Five Speeches has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV and HBO Max. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Frederick Douglass: In Five Speeches page.
If you liked it. Fans of Frederick Douglass: In Five Speeches tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Saving Private Ryan, Hacksaw Ridge and Green Book.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Frederick Douglass: In Five Speeches (2022)?
- In US, Frederick Douglass: In Five Speeches is available to stream on HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV and HBO Max. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Frederick Douglass: In Five Speeches worth watching?
- Frederick Douglass: In Five Speeches holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy history and documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Frederick Douglass: In Five Speeches?
- Frederick Douglass: In Five Speeches stars Nicole Beharie, David Blight, Colman Domingo, Jonathan Majors and Denzel Whitaker.
- When was Frederick Douglass: In Five Speeches released?
- Frederick Douglass: In Five Speeches was released in 2022, with a runtime of about 58 minutes.