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Clemency (2019): cast, story & where to watch

2019 · Film · ★ 6.3

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Released in 2019, Clemency is a drama film directed by Chinonye Chukwu, running about 112 minutes.

What it’s about. Years of carrying out death row executions have taken a toll on prison warden Bernadine Williams. As she prepares to execute another inmate, Bernadine must confront the psychological and emotional demons her job creates, ultimately connecting her to the man she is sanctioned to kill.

Who’s in it. Clemency stars Alfre Woodard as Warden Bernadine Williams, Richard Schiff as Marty Lumetta, Aldis Hodge as Anthony Woods and Wendell Pierce as Jonathan Williams, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Clemency has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $309.8K at the box office.

Where to watch. In US you can 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 Clemency page.

If you liked it. Fans of Clemency tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Clemency (2019)?
In US, Clemency is available to 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 Clemency worth watching?
Clemency holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Clemency?
Clemency stars Alfre Woodard, Richard Schiff, Aldis Hodge, Wendell Pierce and Danielle Brooks.
When was Clemency released?
Clemency was released in 2019, with a runtime of about 112 minutes.