The Great Debaters

The Great Debaters

Drama 2007 2 hr 7 min iTunes

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Based on the true story of Melvin B. Tolson, a professor from the historically black Wiley College in East Texas. In 1935, Tolson inspired students to form the college's first debating team, and led it to defeat Harvard in national championships.

Drama 2007 2 hr 7 min iTunes

PG-13

Starring Denzel Washington, Nate Parker, Jurnee Smollett-Bell

Director Denzel Washington

The Great Debaters

Denzel Washington

Mel Tolson
Nate Parker

Henry Lowe
Jurnee Smollett-Bell

Samantha Booke
Forest Whitaker

James Farmer Sr.
Denzel Whitaker

James Farmer Jr.

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The Great Debaters

DRAMA

Based on the true story of Melvin B. Tolson, a professor from the historically black Wiley College in East Texas. In 1935, Tolson inspired students to form the college's first debating team, and led it to defeat Harvard in national championships.

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Information

Studio: Lionsgate
Released: 2007
Run Time: 2 hr 7 min
Rated: PG-13
Region of Origin: United States

Languages

Original Audio: English
Audio: English (⁨Dolby 5.1⁩, AAC)
Subtitles: English (CC), and 6 more...

Accessibility

: Closed captions refer to subtitles in available languages with the addition of relevant non-dialogue information.