Movie70%
Amistad
Freedom is not given. It is our right at birth. But there are moments when it must be taken.
DramaHistoryMystery
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.
Dec 10, 1997155 minReleasedEN
Cast spotlight
Jump into full cast pages for bio, socials, and recent work.
Where to watch
Studios
DreamWorks Pictures
US
HBO
USPremium network brand known for flagship dramas, auteur voices, and event TV.
