The Road Taken (1996): cast, story & where to watch
1996 · Film · ★ 9
Released in 1996, The Road Taken is a documentary film directed by Selwyn Jacob, running about 52 minutes.
What it’s about. Black sleeping-car porters who worked on Canada's railways from the early 1900s through the 1960s were proud men and well-respected by their community, but harsh working conditions prevented them from being promoted to other railway jobs until 1955 when porter Lee Williams took his fight to the union.
Who’s in it. The Road Taken stars Frederick Ward as Narrator (voice).
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, The Road Taken sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Road Taken page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Road Taken 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 The Road Taken (1996)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Road Taken change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Road Taken worth watching?
- The Road Taken holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Road Taken?
- The Road Taken stars Frederick Ward.
- When was The Road Taken released?
- The Road Taken was released in 1996, with a runtime of about 52 minutes.