Separate But Equal (1991): cast, story & where to watch
1991 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1991, Separate But Equal is a drama, tv movie and history film directed by George Stevens Jr., running about 186 minutes.
What it’s about. A dramatization of the American court case that destroyed the legal validity of racial segregation. One of the most pivotal moments in 20th century American history is bracingly dramatized in Separate but Equal. In telling the detailed story of the Supreme Court's 1953 decision to abolish racial segregation in schools, this superb 1991 TV movie covers a broad spectrum of issues, never taking its "eyes off the prize" while its first-rate cast conveys the importance of the Supreme Court's ultimately unanimous decision.
Who’s in it. Separate But Equal stars Sidney Poitier as Thurgood Marshall, Burt Lancaster as John W. Davis, Richard Kiley as Chief Justice Earl Warren and Cleavon Little as Robert L. 'Bob' Carter, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, Separate But Equal has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Separate But Equal page.
If you liked it. Fans of Separate But Equal tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Separate But Equal (1991)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Separate But Equal change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Separate But Equal worth watching?
- Separate But Equal holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, tv movie and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Separate But Equal?
- Separate But Equal stars Sidney Poitier, Burt Lancaster, Richard Kiley, Cleavon Little and Gloria Foster.
- When was Separate But Equal released?
- Separate But Equal was released in 1991, with a runtime of about 186 minutes.