

Son of the South
2021, English. Directed by Barry Alexander Brown.
Founding grandson without a father...
In civil rights era Montgomery, Alabama, Klansman's grandson Bob Zellner must choose which side of history to be on during the Movement. Defying his family and white Southern norms, he fought against social injustice, repression and violence to change the world around him
- Runtime
- 1h 44m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.5/10 from 155 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Son of the South
Son of the South isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online.
Availability in India as of 13 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.
Cast & crew
- Barry Alexander BrownDirector
- Lucas TillBob Zellner
- Julia OrmondVirginia Durr
- Brian DennehyGrandfather
- Cedric the EntertainerReverend Ralph Abernathy
- Matt William KnowlesJim Zwerg
- Lex Scott DavisJoanne
- Shamier AndersonReggie
- Mike ManningTownsend Ellis
- Dexter DardenJohn Lewis
- Lucy HaleCarol Ann
- Jake AbelCast
- Ludi LinCast
Details
- Released
- 5 February 2021
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Barry Alexander Brown
- Box office
- $49K
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What Son of the South is based on
Son of the South is based on a true story.
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Son of the South: quick answers
Is Son of the South worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.5/10 from 155 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Son of the South?
Son of the South runs 104 minutes (1h 44m).
Does Son of the South have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Son of the South. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Son of the South parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Son of the South is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Son of the South on?
Son of the South isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like Son of the South?
If you liked Son of the South, try Nickel Boys, Detroit, The Butler.
Who directed Son of the South?
Son of the South (2021) was directed by Barry Alexander Brown and stars Lucas Till, Julia Ormond, Brian Dennehy.
What is Son of the South based on?
Son of the South is based on a true story.