13th (2016): cast, story & where to watch
2016 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 2016, 13th is a documentary film directed by Ava DuVernay, running about 100 minutes. “From slave to criminal with one amendment.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An in-depth look at the prison system in the United States and how it reveals the nation's history of racial inequality.
Who’s in it. 13th stars Jelani Cobb as Self, Angela Davis as Self, Henry Louis Gates, Jr. as Self and Michelle Alexander as Self, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, 13th sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch 13th page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch 13th (2016)?
- In US, 13th is available to stream on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is 13th worth watching?
- 13th holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in 13th?
- 13th stars Jelani Cobb, Angela Davis, Henry Louis Gates, Jr., Michelle Alexander and Cory Booker.
- When was 13th released?
- 13th was released in 2016, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.