The Great Debaters
2007, English. Directed by Denzel Washington.
When the nation was in need, he inspired them to give us hope.
The true story of a brilliant but politically radical debate team coach who uses the power of words to transform a group of underdog African-American college students into a historical powerhouse that took on the Harvard elite.
- Runtime
- 2h 6m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Where to watch The Great Debaters
The Great Debaters is streaming on Movie Sphere+ in India.
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Cast & crew
- Denzel WashingtonDirector
- Denzel WhitakerJames Farmer Jr.
- Denzel WashingtonMelvin B. Tolson
- Nate ParkerHenry Lowe
- Jurnee Smollett-BellSamantha Booke
- Forest WhitakerDr. James Farmer Sr.
- Kimberly ElisePearl Farmer
- Jermaine WilliamsHamilton Burgess
- Gina RaveraRuth Tolson
- John HeardSheriff Dozier
- Devyn A. TylerHelen Farmer
- Trenton McClain BoydNathaniel Farmer
- Ritchie MontgomeryDeputy
Details
- Released
- 25 December 2007
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Jeffrey Porro, Robert Eisele
- Budget
- $15M
- Box office
- $30M
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What The Great Debaters is based on
The Great Debaters is based on a true story.
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The Great Debaters: quick answers
Is The Great Debaters worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.3/10 from 766 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Great Debaters?
The Great Debaters runs 126 minutes (2h 6m).
Does The Great Debaters have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Great Debaters. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Great Debaters parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Great Debaters is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Great Debaters on?
The Great Debaters is streaming on Movie Sphere+ in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Great Debaters?
If you liked The Great Debaters, try Boycott, The Jesse Owens Story, I'm Charlie Walker.
Who directed The Great Debaters?
The Great Debaters (2007) was directed by Denzel Washington and stars Denzel Whitaker, Denzel Washington, Nate Parker.
What is The Great Debaters based on?
The Great Debaters is based on a true story.