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When the nation was in need, he inspired them to give us hope. - The Great Debaters
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Title: The Great Debaters

Release Date: 25 Dec 2007

Runtime: 2h 6m

Genre: Drama

Director: Marshall Production, The Weinstein Company, Harpo Films

Production Companies: Marshall Production, The Weinstein Company, Harpo Films

Overview: The true story of a brilliant but politically radical debate team coach who uses the power of words to transform a group of underdog African-American college students into a historical powerhouse that took on the Harvard elite.

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Ratings

Average Vote: 7.2 (624 votes)

Cast

  • James Farmer Jr.: Denzel Whitaker
  • Melvin B. Tolson: Denzel Washington
  • Henry Lowe: Nate Parker
  • Samantha Booke: Jurnee Smollett
  • Dr. James Farmer Sr.: Forest Whitaker
  • Pearl Farmer: Kimberly Elise
  • Hamilton Burgess: Jermaine Williams
  • Ruth Tolson: Gina Ravera
  • Sheriff Dozier: John Heard
  • Helen Farmer: Devyn A. Tyler
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