Selma (2014)
Selma is a 2014 history movie directed by Ava DuVernay, with a running time of 2h 8m. It stars David Oyelowo, Carmen Ejogo and Tom Wilkinson.
"Selma," as in Alabama, the place where segregation in the South was at its worst, leading to a march that ended in violence, forcing a famous statement by President Lyndon B. Johnson that ultimately led to the signing of the Voting Rights Act.
Quick answers
What is Selma about?
"Selma," as in Alabama, the place where segregation in the South was at its worst, leading to a march that ended in violence, forcing a famous statement by President Lyndon B. Johnson that ultimately led to the signing of the Voting Rights Act.
When was Selma released?
Selma was released on 25 December 2014.
How long is Selma?
Selma runs 2h 8m.
Who made Selma?
Selma was directed by Ava DuVernay.
Where can I watch Selma?
Selma is available on Paramount Plus Essential, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, Paramount+ Roku Premium Channel, Starz Apple TV Channel and Wonder Project Amazon Channel.
Where to watch Selma
Stream: Paramount Plus Essential, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, Paramount+ Roku Premium Channel, Starz Apple TV Channel, Wonder Project Amazon Channel
Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, JustWatch TV, Spectrum On Demand, YouTube
Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, YouTube
Cast
- David Oyelowo as Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
- Carmen Ejogo as Coretta Scott King
- Tom Wilkinson as President Lyndon B. Johnson
- Giovanni Ribisi as Lee White
- Tim Roth as Gov. George Wallace
- André Holland as Andrew Young
- Colman Domingo as Ralph Abernathy
- Common as James Bevel
- Stephan James as John Lewis
- Omar J. Dorsey as James Orange
- LaKeith Stanfield as Jimmie Lee Jackson
- Oprah Winfrey as Annie Lee Cooper
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