Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry
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- Drama
1978 movie starring Morgan Freeman. This movie is the shortened version that was released from the original 3 part mini series back in 1978.
Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry is a 1978 TV movie drama starring Morgan Freeman, adapted from the acclaimed novel by Mildred D. Taylor. This theatrical cut was derived from the original three-part television miniseries and aired on June 2, 1978, bringing the powerful story of a Black family's resilience in Depression-era Mississippi to audiences.
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Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry — frequently asked
When did Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry release?
The movie was released on June 2, 1978.
What is the relationship between the 1978 movie and the miniseries?
The 1978 movie is a condensed theatrical version created from the original three-part miniseries that aired that same year.
Who stars in Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry?
Morgan Freeman stars in the 1978 TV movie.
What is the movie about?
The film follows a Black family navigating life and confronting racism in Mississippi during the Great Depression.
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