A Gathering of Old Men
1987, English. Directed by Volker Schlöndorff.
A group of elderly Black men on a Louisiana plantation gather to claim responsibility for the murder of a violent white farmer to protect the young Black man who actually killed him.
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Details
- Released
- 10 May 1987
- Country
- Germany, United Kingdom, United States of America
- Written by
- Charles Fuller
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What A Gathering of Old Men is based on
A Gathering of Old Men is based on A Gathering of Old Men (1983) by Ernest J. Gaines, published by Alfred A. Knopf.
1983
A Gathering of Old Men
By Ernest J. Gaines
Published by Alfred A. Knopf
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A Gathering of Old Men: quick answers
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How long is A Gathering of Old Men?
A Gathering of Old Men runs 91 minutes (1h 31m).
Does A Gathering of Old Men have a post-credits scene?
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A Gathering of Old Men parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
A Gathering of Old Men is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is A Gathering of Old Men on?
A Gathering of Old Men 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 A Gathering of Old Men?
If you liked A Gathering of Old Men, try TalhotBlond, Hello Sister, Goodbye Life, My Dinner with Hervé.
Who directed A Gathering of Old Men?
A Gathering of Old Men (1987) was directed by Volker Schlöndorff and stars Louis Gossett Jr., Richard Widmark, Holly Hunter.
What is A Gathering of Old Men based on?
A Gathering of Old Men is based on A Gathering of Old Men (1983) by Ernest J. Gaines, published by Alfred A. Knopf.