W.E.B. Du Bois: Rebel With a Cause
Synopsis
Explore the life and legacy of notable Black scholar and civil rights pioneer W.E.B. Du Bois. From his birth, just five years after the Emancipation Proclamation; to his death, on the eve of the March on Washington in 1963, his legacy as an activist continues to resonate today.
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W.E.B. Du Bois: Rebel With A Cause | Official Trailer | American Masters | PBSOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2026-02-11
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Rita Coburn Whack
- Original Score
- Kathryn Bostic
- Original Title
- W.E.B. Du Bois: Rebel With a Cause
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 52m
- Production Studios
- American Masters Pictures, Black Public Media, RCW Media Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Rita Coburn Whack
Kathryn Bostic
Henry Adebonojo
K.A. Miille
Leslie Fields-Cruz, Michael Kantor, Denise A. Greene, Julie Sacks, Rita Coburn Whack
Department Leadership Roster
Rita Coburn Whack
Director
Julie Sacks
Producer
K.A. Miille
Editor
Henry Adebonojo
Director of Photography
Rita Coburn Whack
Producer
Kathryn Bostic
Original Music Composer
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Frequently Asked Questions About W.E.B. Du Bois: Rebel With a Cause
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What is W.E.B. Du Bois: Rebel With a Cause about?
Explore the life and legacy of notable Black scholar and civil rights pioneer W.E.B. Du Bois. From his birth, just five years after the Emancipation Proclamation; to his death, on the eve of the March on Washington in 1963, his legacy as an activist continues to resonate today.
Who directed W.E.B. Du Bois: Rebel With a Cause?
W.E.B. Du Bois: Rebel With a Cause was directed by Rita Coburn Whack.
Who stars in W.E.B. Du Bois: Rebel With a Cause?
The principal cast of W.E.B. Du Bois: Rebel With a Cause includes W.E.B. Du Bois, Courtney B. Vance, Jeffrey Wright, Common, Viola Davis.
When was W.E.B. Du Bois: Rebel With a Cause released and how long is it?
W.E.B. Du Bois: Rebel With a Cause was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 1h 52m.
Who composed the musical score for W.E.B. Du Bois: Rebel With a Cause?
The original motion picture soundtrack for W.E.B. Du Bois: Rebel With a Cause was composed by Kathryn Bostic.