Malcolm X (1992): cast, story & where to watch
1992 · Film · ★ 7.5
Released in 1992, Malcolm X is a drama and history film directed by Spike Lee, running about 202 minutes. “Scholar, convict, leader, disciple, hipster, father, hustler, minister, black man, every man.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A tribute to the controversial black activist and leader of the struggle for black liberation. He hit bottom during his imprisonment in the '50s, he became a Black Muslim and then a leader in the Nation of Islam. His assassination in 1965 left a legacy of self-determination and racial pride.
Who’s in it. Malcolm X stars Denzel Washington as Malcolm X, Angela Bassett as Betty Shabazz, Albert Hall as Baines and Al Freeman Jr. as Elijah Muhammad, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, Malcolm X has been warmly received by audiences. It went on to earn $48.2M at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Philo, Starz Apple TV Channel, Starz Roku Premium Channel and Starz and rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Malcolm X page.
If you liked it. Fans of Malcolm X tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Malcolm X (1992)?
- In US, Malcolm X is available to stream on Philo, Starz Apple TV Channel and Starz Roku Premium Channel, and rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Malcolm X worth watching?
- Malcolm X holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and history. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Malcolm X?
- Malcolm X stars Denzel Washington, Angela Bassett, Albert Hall, Al Freeman Jr. and Delroy Lindo.
- When was Malcolm X released?
- Malcolm X was released in 1992, with a runtime of about 202 minutes.