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Movie The Rerun: 1990s

Amistad

Africans abducted for the slave trade seize control of a Spanish ship in 1839, setting off an international legal battle after their capture.

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Our take

Africans abducted for the slave trade seize control of a Spanish ship in 1839, setting off an international legal battle after their capture.

Why watch Directed by Steven Spielberg, it stars Morgan Freeman, Anthony Hopkins and Matthew McConaughey, with Djimon Hounsou in his breakout role.

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Where can I watch Amistad?
We do not have a confirmed streaming listing for Amistad in Canada, the US, the UK, Australia or New Zealand yet. This page updates as platforms add it.
What is Amistad about?
Africans abducted for the slave trade seize control of a Spanish ship in 1839, setting off an international legal battle after their capture.
Who is in the cast of Amistad?
Amistad stars Morgan Freeman, Anthony Hopkins, Ralph Brown, Matthew McConaughey and Anna Paquin.
Who directed Amistad?
Amistad was directed by Steven Spielberg.
When did Amistad come out?
Amistad was released on 1 January 1997.
How long is Amistad?
Amistad runs 152 minutes (2 h 32 min).

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