Becoming Frederick Douglass
2022, English. Directed by Stanley Nelson & Nicole London.
In Becoming Frederick Douglass, acclaimed director Stanley Nelson and co-director Nicole London bring to life the story of an American icon. Using Douglass's own powerful, profound speeches and writing, the story retraces his journey from a man born and raised in slavery to one of the most prominent elder statesmen and inspiring voices for freedom in American history. With additional context and insight provided by historians, scholars and Douglass's descendants, the filmmakers recount the brutality and trauma of his childhood while illuminating his strength of character, defiance against the bonds of slavery and the influences that guided his lifelong quest for freedom. The most celebrated Black man of his era, Douglass's legacy and achievements continue to resonate today. His life and work still inspires activists, educators and citizens in the fight for freedom, equality and a more just American society.
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- 0h 54m
- Post-credits
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- Language
- English
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Becoming Frederick Douglass is streaming on PBS Documentaries and WETA+ in India.
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Cast & crew
- Stanley NelsonDirector
- Nicole LondonDirector
- Wendell PierceFrederick Douglass (voice)
- Kenneth B. Morris Jr.Self
- John StaufferSelf
- Sarah Elizabeth LewisSelf
- Christopher BonnerSelf
- Farah Jasmine GriffinSelf
- Adam GoodheartSelf
- Nick BromellSelf
- Derrick R. SpiresSelf
- Marcia ChatelainSelf
- Vincent LeggettSelf
- Edward BaptistSelf
Details
- Released
- 11 October 2022
- Written by
- Anne Seidlitz
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Becoming Frederick Douglass runs 54 minutes (0h 54m).
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Becoming Frederick Douglass is streaming on PBS Documentaries and WETA+ in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
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Who directed Becoming Frederick Douglass?
Becoming Frederick Douglass (2022) was directed by Stanley Nelson and Nicole London and stars Wendell Pierce, Kenneth B. Morris Jr., John Stauffer.