Miss Evers' Boys
“A Government Lie. A Woman's Secret. A Story That Must Be Told.”
Synopsis
The true story of the US Government's 1932 Tuskeegee Syphilis Experiments, in which a group of black test subjects were allowed to die, despite a cure having been developed.
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Preview Clip: Miss Evers' Boys (1997, Alfre Woodard Laurence Fishburne Joe Morton Obba Babatundé)
Type: Trailer • Published 2020-08-05
Top Cast
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Alfre Woodard
Eunice Evers, R.N.
Laurence Fishburne
Caleb Humphries
Craig Sheffer
Dr. Douglas
Joe Morton
Dr. Sam Brodus
Obba Babatundé
Willie Johnson
Ossie Davis
Mr. Evers
Peter Stelzer
Senator
Donzaleigh Abernathy
Nurse Betty
Robert Benedetti
Senator
Von Coulter
Hodman Bryan
Thom Gossom Jr.
Ben Washington
E.G. Marshall
The Senate Chairman
Tommy Cresswell
Dr. Larkin
Judson Vaughn
Dr. Davis
Larry Black
Dr. Hamilton
Bill Coates
Old Man
Kiki Shepard
Sadie
Release History & Theatrical Window
February 22, 1997
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Joseph Sargent
- Screenplay & Story
- Walter Bernstein, David Feldshuh
- Original Score
- Charles Bernstein
- Original Title
- Miss Evers' Boys
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 58m
- Production Studios
- Anasazi Productions, HBO Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Joseph Sargent
Walter Bernstein, David Feldshuh
Charles Bernstein
Donald M. Morgan
Michael Brown
Derek Kavanagh, Laurence Fishburne, Robert Benedetti, Kip Konwiser
Department Leadership Roster
Walter Bernstein
Writer
Joseph Sargent
Director
Derek Kavanagh
Producer
Michael Brown
Editor
Susan Mickey
Costume Design
Donald M. Morgan
Director of Photography
Charles C. Bennett
Production Design
Kip Konwiser
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Miss Evers' Boys
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Miss Evers' Boys about?
The true story of the US Government's 1932 Tuskeegee Syphilis Experiments, in which a group of black test subjects were allowed to die, despite a cure having been developed.
Who directed Miss Evers' Boys?
Miss Evers' Boys was directed by Joseph Sargent.
Who stars in Miss Evers' Boys?
The principal cast of Miss Evers' Boys includes Alfre Woodard, Laurence Fishburne, Craig Sheffer, Joe Morton, Obba Babatundé.
When was Miss Evers' Boys released and how long is it?
Miss Evers' Boys was released in 1997 with a total runtime of 1h 58m.
Who composed the musical score for Miss Evers' Boys?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Miss Evers' Boys was composed by Charles Bernstein.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Miss Evers' Boys?
Miss Evers' Boys holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).