Malcolm X: Make It Plain (1994): cast, story & where to watch
1994 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 1994, Malcolm X: Make It Plain is a history and documentary film directed by Orlando Bagwell, running about 150 minutes.
What it’s about. Narrated by actress Alfre Woodard, this trenchant, eye-opening doc traces the radical civil rights leader’s life from his tumultuous childhood, through his rise in the ranks of the Nation of Islam, to his 1965 assassination.
Who’s in it. Malcolm X: Make It Plain stars Alfre Woodard as Narrator, Maya Angelou as Self, Ossie Davis as Self and John Henrik Clarke as Self, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, Malcolm X: Make It Plain sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Malcolm X: Make It Plain page.
If you liked it. Fans of Malcolm X: Make It Plain tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Saving Private Ryan, Hacksaw Ridge and Green Book.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Malcolm X: Make It Plain (1994)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Malcolm X: Make It Plain change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Malcolm X: Make It Plain worth watching?
- Malcolm X: Make It Plain holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy history and documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Malcolm X: Make It Plain?
- Malcolm X: Make It Plain stars Alfre Woodard, Maya Angelou, Ossie Davis, John Henrik Clarke and Alex Haley.