Fences
2016, English. Directed by Denzel Washington.
Some people build fences to keep people out, and other people build fences to keep people in.
In 1950s Pittsburgh, a frustrated African-American father struggles with the constraints of poverty, racism, and his own inner demons as he tries to raise a family.
- Runtime
- 2h 19m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.9/10 from 2,873 TMDB viewer ratings.
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- Denzel WashingtonDirector
- Denzel WashingtonTroy Maxson
- Viola DavisRose Maxson
- Stephen McKinley HendersonJim Bono
- Jovan AdepoCory Maxson
- Russell HornsbyLyons Maxson
- Mykelti WilliamsonGabriel Maxson
- Saniyya SidneyRaynell Maxson
- Lesley BooneEvangelist Preacher
- Christopher MeleDeputy Commissioner
- Jason SilvisGarbage Truck Driver
- Tra'Waan ColesTowns person
- Joe FishelParade Marcher
Details
- Released
- 16 December 2016
- Country
- United States of America, Canada
- Written by
- August Wilson
- Budget
- $24M
- Box office
- $64M
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Fences: quick answers
Is Fences worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.9/10 from 2,873 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Fences?
Fences runs 139 minutes (2h 19m).
Does Fences have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Fences. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Is Fences suitable for kids?
Fences is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
What movies are like Fences?
If you liked Fences, try Mudbound, The Help, The Piano Lesson.
Who directed Fences?
Fences (2016) was directed by Denzel Washington and stars Denzel Washington, Viola Davis, Stephen McKinley Henderson.