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24/06/2016 Action, Drama, History, War 2h 20m
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For justice. For pride. For freedom.

Overview

In 1863, Mississippi farmer Newt Knight serves as a medic for the Confederate Army. Opposed to slavery, Knight would rather help the wounded than fight the Union. After his nephew dies in battle, Newt returns home to Jones County to safeguard his family but is soon branded an outlaw deserter. Forced to flee, he finds refuge with a group of runaway slaves hiding out in the swamps. Forging an alliance with the slaves and other farmers, Knight leads a rebellion that would forever change history.

  1. Gary Ross

    Writer, Director

Top billed cast

  1. Matthew McConaughey

    Newton Knight

  2. Gugu Mbatha-Raw

    Rachel

  3. Mahershala Ali

    Moses Washington

  4. Keri Russell

    Serena Knight

  5. Jacob Lofland

    Daniel

  6. Sean Bridgers

    Sumrall

  7. Brad Carter

    Lieutenant Barbour

  8. Jane McNeill

    Miss Ellie

  9. Gary Grubbs

    Prosecuting Attorney

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Reviews

A review by r96sk
Written by r96sk on 2020-11-25
Quality film.

'Free State of Jones' tells the true story of Newton Knight's role in the American Civil War. As you'd hope/expect, it leads to captivating viewing. Matthew McConaughey is superb, while he's supported excellently by Mahershala Ali.

It's tough to watch in large portions given the obvious things from the Civil War era, from the war itself but also to slavery. I had never heard of Newton Knight, so it was very interesting for me to see it unfold and learning bits - even with some creative license, I'm sure. It also serves an important message that slavery didn't end w...read the rest
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Status
Released

Original Language
English

Budget
$50,000,000.00

Revenue
$25,035,950.00

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