Free State of Jones (2016)
Free State of Jones is a 2016 action movie directed by Gary Ross, with a running time of 2h 20m. It stars Matthew McConaughey, Gugu Mbatha-Raw and Mahershala Ali.
In 1863, Mississippi farmer Newt Knight serves as a medic for the Confederate Army. Opposed to slavery, Knight would rather help the wounded than fight the Union. After his nephew dies in battle, Newt returns home to Jones County to safeguard his family but is soon branded an outlaw deserter. Forced to flee, he finds refuge with a group of runaway slaves hiding out in the swamps. Forging an alliance with the slaves and other farmers, Knight leads a rebellion that would forever change history.
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What is Free State of Jones about?
In 1863, Mississippi farmer Newt Knight serves as a medic for the Confederate Army. Opposed to slavery, Knight would rather help the wounded than fight the Union. After his nephew dies in battle, Newt returns home to Jones County to safeguard his family but is soon branded an outlaw deserter. Forced to flee, he finds refuge with a group of runaway slaves hiding out in the swamps. Forging an alliance with the slaves and other farmers, Knight leads a rebellion that would forever change history.
When was Free State of Jones released?
Free State of Jones was released on 24 June 2016.
How long is Free State of Jones?
Free State of Jones runs 2h 20m.
Who made Free State of Jones?
Free State of Jones was directed by Gary Ross.
Where can I watch Free State of Jones?
Free State of Jones is available on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Fawesome, Kanopy, PBS and Amazon Video.
Where to watch Free State of Jones
Stream: Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads
Watch free: Fawesome, Kanopy, PBS
Rent: Amazon Video, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, YouTube
Buy: Amazon Video, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, YouTube
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Cast
- Matthew McConaughey as Newton Knight
- Gugu Mbatha-Raw as Rachel
- Mahershala Ali as Moses Washington
- Keri Russell as Serena Knight
- Jacob Lofland as Daniel
- Sean Bridgers as Sumrall
- Brad Carter as Lieutenant Barbour
- Jane McNeill as Miss Ellie
- Gary Grubbs as Prosecuting Attorney
- Christopher Berry as Jasper
- Joe Chrest as Amos Deason
- David Jensen as Quitman
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