Letter to the Free (2016): cast, story & where to watch
2016 · Film
Released in 2016, Letter to the Free is a music film directed by Bradford Young, running about 19 minutes.
What it’s about. Inspired by some of the greatest musical recordings and performances 'behind bars', Young imagines a time and place where jails and prisons are no longer filled with bodies but are ruins of a time of isolation, pain and absence. A film about our collective redemption. About second chances, forgiving mistakes, rehabilitation, love and exoneration.
Who’s in it. Letter to the Free stars Karriem Riggins, Common, Andra Day and Robert Glasper, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Letter to the Free page.
If you liked it. Fans of Letter to the Free tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Letter to the Free (2016)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Letter to the Free change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Letter to the Free?
- Letter to the Free stars Karriem Riggins, Common, Andra Day, Robert Glasper and Bilal.
- When was Letter to the Free released?
- Letter to the Free was released in 2016, with a runtime of about 19 minutes.