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Malcolm X
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Malcolm X

Wed, Nov 18, 1992
  • Drama
  • History
Film · Synopsis

Synopsis

A tribute to the controversial black activist and leader of the struggle for black liberation. He hit bottom during his imprisonment in the '50s, he became a Black Muslim and then a leader in the Nation of Islam. His assassination in 1965 left a legacy of self-determination and racial pride.

Trailer

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Release windows

When & where

US
  • In CinemasTue, Nov 17, 1992Beverly Hills, California
GB
  • In CinemasFri, Mar 5, 1993
CA
  • PhysicalTue, Feb 8, 2005DVD
AU
  • In CinemasThu, Mar 4, 1993
FR
  • In CinemasWed, Feb 24, 1993
  • Streaming / DigitalFri, Oct 1, 2021VOD
  • PhysicalWed, Dec 4, 2002DVD
DE
  • In CinemasMon, Feb 1, 1993Berlin International Film Festival
JP
  • In CinemasSat, Feb 20, 1993
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Cast

Top of the call sheet

  • Denzel Washington
    Denzel Washington
    as Malcolm X
  • Angela Bassett
    Angela Bassett
    as Betty Shabazz
  • Albert Hall
    Albert Hall
    as Baines
  • Al Freeman Jr.
    Al Freeman Jr.
    as Elijah Muhammad
  • Delroy Lindo
    Delroy Lindo
    as West Indian Archie
  • Spike Lee
    Spike Lee
    as Shorty
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