The Watsons Go to Birmingham
2013, English. Directed by Kenny Leon.
In the Summer of 1963, Flint, Michigan is home to the Watsons, a close knit family. When 15 year-old Byron’s antics go over the top, his parents realize enough is enough and they decide the family needs a dose of Grandma Sands' no nonsense approach in Birmingham, Alabama. So the Watsons load up their 1948 Plymouth Brown Bomber and head South. When they finally make it to Birmingham, they meet Grandma Sands and her friend, Mr. Robert and discover that life is very different there than in Flint. During that historic summer, the Watsons find themselves caught up in something far bigger than Byron’s antics; something that will change their lives and country forever.
- Runtime
- 1h 24m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Cast & crew
- Kenny LeonDirector
- Bryce Clyde JenkinsKenny
- Harrison KnightByron
- Skai JacksonJoetta
- Anika Noni RoseWilona
- Wood HarrisDaniel
- David Alan GrierMr. Robert
- Shameik MooreJames Jr.
- LaTanya Richardson JacksonGrandma Sands
- Bailey TippenNaomi
- Tyrin Niles WycheLarry Dunn
- E. Roger MitchellMr. Williams
- Javon JohnsonJames Bevel
Details
- Released
- 20 September 2013
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Tonya Lewis Lee, Caliope Brattlestreet, Stephen Glantz
- Budget
- $4M
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The Watsons Go to Birmingham runs 84 minutes (1h 24m).
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The Watsons Go to Birmingham parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Watsons Go to Birmingham is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is The Watsons Go to Birmingham on?
The Watsons Go to Birmingham isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Watsons Go to Birmingham?
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Who directed The Watsons Go to Birmingham?
The Watsons Go to Birmingham (2013) was directed by Kenny Leon and stars Bryce Clyde Jenkins, Harrison Knight, Skai Jackson.