A Raisin in the Sun
1961, English. Directed by Daniel Petrie.
The prize-winning drama that warms the screen with its people and its passions...
Walter Lee Younger is a young man struggling with his station in life. Sharing a tiny apartment with his wife, son, sister and mother, he seems like an imprisoned man. Until, that is, the family gets an unexpected financial windfall.
- Runtime
- 2h 8m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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Where to watch A Raisin in the Sun
A Raisin in the Sun isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Daniel PetrieDirector
- Sidney PoitierWalter Lee Younger
- Claudia McNeilLena Younger
- Ruby DeeRuth Younger
- Diana SandsBeneatha Younger
- Ivan DixonAsagai
- John FiedlerMark Lindner
- Louis Gossett Jr.George Murchison
- Steven PerryTravis Younger
- Joel FluellenBobo
- Louis TerrelHerman
- Roy GlennWillie Harris
- George DeNormandEmployer (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 28 May 1961
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Lorraine Hansberry
- Budget
- $1.5M
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What A Raisin in the Sun is based on
A Raisin in the Sun is adapted from a play or musical.
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A Raisin in the Sun: quick answers
Is A Raisin in the Sun worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.7/10 from 153 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is A Raisin in the Sun?
A Raisin in the Sun runs 128 minutes (2h 8m).
Does A Raisin in the Sun have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for A Raisin in the Sun. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
A Raisin in the Sun parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for A Raisin in the Sun yet.
Which OTT platform is A Raisin in the Sun on?
A Raisin in the Sun isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like A Raisin in the Sun?
If you liked A Raisin in the Sun, try Middle of the Night, Bent, Monster's Ball.
Who directed A Raisin in the Sun?
A Raisin in the Sun (1961) was directed by Daniel Petrie and stars Sidney Poitier, Claudia McNeil, Ruby Dee.
What is A Raisin in the Sun based on?
A Raisin in the Sun is adapted from a play or musical.