In 1839, the slave ship Amistad set sail from Cuba to America. During the long trip, Cinque leads the slaves in an unprecedented uprising. They are then held prisoner in Connecticut, and their release becomes the subject of heated debate. Freed slave Theodore Joadson wants Cinque and the others exonerated and recruits property lawyer Roger Baldwin to help his case. Eventually, John Quincy Adams also becomes an ally.
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Amistad: frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Amistad?
Amistad is streaming in the US on Kanopy, Hoopla, and YouTube Free. To rent or buy: JustWatch TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube.
When was Amistad released?
Amistad was released on December 10, 1997.
Who is in the cast of Amistad?
The main cast includes Morgan Freeman (Theodore Joadson), Nigel Hawthorne (Martin Van Buren), Anthony Hopkins (John Quincy Adams), and Djimon Hounsou (Cinque).
Who directed Amistad?
Amistad was directed by Steven Spielberg.
How long is Amistad?
Amistad runs 155 minutes (2 h 35 min).
How is Amistad rated?
Amistad has a rating of 7.0/10 on TMDB from 1,460 votes.