Selma
2014, English. Directed by Ava DuVernay.
One dream can change the world.
"Selma," as in Alabama, the place where segregation in the South was at its worst, leading to a march that ended in violence, forcing a famous statement by President Lyndon B. Johnson that ultimately led to the signing of the Voting Rights Act.
- Runtime
- 2h 8m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Selma is streaming on Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, and Paramount+ in India.
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Cast & crew
- Ava DuVernayDirector
- David OyelowoDr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
- Carmen EjogoCoretta Scott King
- Tom WilkinsonPresident Lyndon B. Johnson
- Giovanni RibisiLee White
- Tim RothGov. George Wallace
- André HollandAndrew Young
- Colman DomingoRalph Abernathy
- CommonJames Bevel
- Stephan JamesJohn Lewis
- Omar J. DorseyJames Orange
- LaKeith StanfieldJimmie Lee Jackson
- Oprah WinfreyAnnie Lee Cooper
Details
- Released
- 25 December 2014
- Country
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Written by
- Paul Webb, Ava DuVernay
- Budget
- $20M
- Box office
- $67M
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What Selma is based on
Selma is based on a true story.
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Selma: quick answers
Is Selma worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.4/10 from 2,389 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Selma?
Selma runs 128 minutes (2h 8m).
Does Selma have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Selma. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Selma parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Selma is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Selma on?
Selma is streaming on Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, and Paramount+ in India. (Checked 7 November 2026.)
What movies are like Selma?
If you liked Selma, try The Long Walk Home, All the Way, Rosewood.
Who directed Selma?
Selma (2014) was directed by Ava DuVernay and stars David Oyelowo, Carmen Ejogo, Tom Wilkinson.
What is Selma based on?
Selma is based on a true story.