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6.9 / 10(21 votes)IMDb20111h 17mUnited States of America

The Loving Story

Synopsis

This documentary film tells the dramatic story of Richard and Mildred Loving, an interracial couple living in Virginia in the 1950s, and their landmark Supreme Court Case, Loving v. Virginia, that changed history.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

April 15, 2011

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Nancy Buirski
Screenplay & Story
Nancy Buirski
Original Score
David Majzlin
Original Title
The Loving Story
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 17m
Production Studios
HBO Documentary Films, Augusta Films, The National Endowment for the Humanities

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Nancy Buirski

Screenplay & Story

Nancy Buirski, Susie Ruth Powell

Original Score & Music

David Majzlin

Producers

Sheila Nevins, Nancy Abraham, Nancy Buirski

Department Leadership Roster

Nancy Abraham

Nancy Abraham

Producer

Nancy Buirski

Nancy Buirski

Producer

Nancy Buirski

Nancy Buirski

Director

Nancy Buirski

Nancy Buirski

Screenplay

Nancy Buirski

Nancy Buirski

Writer

Susie Ruth Powell

Writer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

International Certification Matrix

CanadaPG

Parental Guidance Suggested.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Loving Story.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Loving Story

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is The Loving Story about?

This documentary film tells the dramatic story of Richard and Mildred Loving, an interracial couple living in Virginia in the 1950s, and their landmark Supreme Court Case, Loving v. Virginia, that changed history.

Who directed The Loving Story?

The Loving Story was directed by Nancy Buirski.

Who stars in The Loving Story?

The principal cast of The Loving Story includes Jane Alexander.

When was The Loving Story released and how long is it?

The Loving Story was released in 2011 with a total runtime of 1h 17m.

Who composed the musical score for The Loving Story?

The original motion picture soundtrack for The Loving Story was composed by David Majzlin.

What is the age rating and content advisory for The Loving Story?

The Loving Story holds official age classifications: CA: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested.).