The Birth of a Nation
2016, English. Directed by Nate Parker.
The Untold Story of Nat Turner
Nat Turner, a former slave in America, leads a liberation movement in 1831 to free African-Americans in Virginia that results in a violent retaliation from whites.
- Runtime
- 2h 0m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.6/10 from 592 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Birth of a Nation
The Birth of a Nation isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Nate ParkerDirector
- Nate ParkerNat Turner
- Armie HammerSamuel Turner
- Aja Naomi KingCherry
- Jackie Earle HaleyRaymond Cobb
- Penelope Ann MillerElizabeth Turner
- Gabrielle UnionEsther
- Mark Boone JuniorReverend Zalthall
- Aunjanue Ellis-TaylorNancy Turner
- Dwight HenryIsaac Turner
- Esther ScottBridget Turner
- Roger Guenveur SmithIsaiah
- Jeryl PrescottJanice
Details
- Released
- 9 September 2016
- Country
- Canada, United States of America
- Written by
- Jean McGianni Celestin, Nate Parker
- Budget
- $8.5M
- Box office
- $16M
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What The Birth of a Nation is based on
The Birth of a Nation is based on a true story.
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The Birth of a Nation: quick answers
Is The Birth of a Nation worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.6/10 from 592 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Birth of a Nation?
The Birth of a Nation runs 120 minutes (2h 0m).
Does The Birth of a Nation have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Birth of a Nation. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Birth of a Nation parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Birth of a Nation is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Birth of a Nation on?
The Birth of a Nation 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 Birth of a Nation?
If you liked The Birth of a Nation, try 12 Years a Slave, The Great Debaters, Emancipation.
Who directed The Birth of a Nation?
The Birth of a Nation (2016) was directed by Nate Parker and stars Nate Parker, Armie Hammer, Aja Naomi King.
What is The Birth of a Nation based on?
The Birth of a Nation is based on a true story.