Just Mercy
2020, English. Directed by Destin Daniel Cretton.
Every generation has its hero. Meet ours.
The powerful true story of Harvard-educated lawyer Bryan Stevenson, who goes to Alabama to defend the disenfranchised and wrongly condemned — including Walter McMillian, a man sentenced to death despite evidence proving his innocence. Bryan fights tirelessly for Walter with the system stacked against them.
- Runtime
- 2h 17m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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7.8/10 from 2,572 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Just Mercy
Just Mercy is streaming on JioHotstar in India.
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Cast & crew
- Destin Daniel CrettonDirector
- Michael B. JordanBryan Stevenson
- Brie LarsonEva Ansley
- Jamie FoxxWalter McMillian
- O'Shea Jackson Jr.Anthony Ray Hinton
- Rafe SpallTommy Champan
- Rob MorganHerbert Richardson
- Tim Blake NelsonRalph Myers
- Rhoda GriffisJudge Pamela Bachab
- J. Alphonse NicholsonHenry Davis
- Karan KendrickMinnie McMillian
- Hayes MercureJeremy Doss
- Lindsay AyliffeJudge Foster
Details
- Released
- 17 January 2020
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Andrew Lanham, Destin Daniel Cretton
- Budget
- $25M
- Box office
- $50M
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What Just Mercy is based on
Just Mercy is based on Just Mercy, a real person by Bryan Stevenson.
Real person
Just Mercy
By Bryan Stevenson
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Just Mercy: quick answers
Is Just Mercy worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.8/10 from 2,572 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Just Mercy?
Just Mercy runs 137 minutes (2h 17m).
Does Just Mercy have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Just Mercy. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Just Mercy parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Just Mercy is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Just Mercy on?
Just Mercy is streaming on JioHotstar in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Just Mercy?
If you liked Just Mercy, try A Call to Spy, Richard Jewell, Ghosts of Mississippi.
Who directed Just Mercy?
Just Mercy (2020) was directed by Destin Daniel Cretton and stars Michael B. Jordan, Brie Larson, Jamie Foxx.
What is Just Mercy based on?
Just Mercy is based on Just Mercy, a real person by Bryan Stevenson.