Black August (2007): cast, story & where to watch
2007 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 2007, Black August is a drama film directed by Samm Styles, running about 116 minutes. “For political prisoner George Jackson, revolution was not a choice... it was a necessity” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The last 14 months of George Jackson's life was an existence under subjective and objective conditions in California's industrial prison complex. George Jackson would spend 11 years in jail (7 of which were in solitary confinement) for a $70 gas station robbery crime in 1960. He was 18 years of age when the sentence of one year-to-life was handed down to him.
Who’s in it. Black August stars Gary Dourdan as George Jackson, Darren Bridgett as David Dryer, Vonetta McGee as Georgia Jackson and 'Big' LeRoy Mobley as Lumumba.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Black August has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Black August page.
If you liked it. Fans of Black August tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Black August (2007)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Black August change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Black August worth watching?
- Black August holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Black August?
- Black August stars Gary Dourdan, Darren Bridgett, Vonetta McGee and 'Big' LeRoy Mobley.
- When was Black August released?
- Black August was released in 2007, with a runtime of about 116 minutes.