The Case Against 8
“Battles Are Won Because We Fight Them”
Synopsis
A behind-the-scenes look inside the case to overturn California's ban on same-sex marriage. Shot over five years, the film follows the unlikely team that took the first federal marriage equality lawsuit to the U.S. Supreme Court.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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The Case Against 8 - Official TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2014-10-22
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Theodore Olson
Self
Christopher D. Dusseault
Self (as Chris Dusseault)
Jeffrey J. Zarrillo
Self (as Jeff Zarrillo)
Paul T. Katami
Self (as Paul Katami)
Kristin M. Perry
Self (as Kris Perry)
Sandra B. Stier
Self (as Sandy Stier)
Ted Ung
Self
Chad Griffin
Self - American Foundation for Equal Rights
Kristina Schake
Self - American Foundation for Equal Rights
Adam Umhoefer
Self - executive director, American Foundation for Equal Rights
Rob Reiner
Self
Dustin Lance Black
Self
Elizabeth Riel
Self - American Foundation for Equal Rights
David Blankenhorn
Self
Katherine K. Young
Self
Release History & Theatrical Window
June 6, 2014
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ben Cotner, Ryan White
- Original Title
- The Case Against 8
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 49m
- Production Studios
- HBO Documentary Films, Tripod Media, Moore’s Filmed Goods and Services
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ben Cotner, Ryan White
Kate Amend
Sheila Nevins, Ben Cotner, Ryan White
Department Leadership Roster
Ben Cotner
Director
Ryan White
Director
Kate Amend
Editor
Ben Cotner
Producer
Ryan White
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Case Against 8
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What is The Case Against 8 about?
A behind-the-scenes look inside the case to overturn California's ban on same-sex marriage. Shot over five years, the film follows the unlikely team that took the first federal marriage equality lawsuit to the U.S. Supreme Court.
Who directed The Case Against 8?
The Case Against 8 was directed by Ben Cotner, Ryan White.
Who stars in The Case Against 8?
The principal cast of The Case Against 8 includes Theodore Olson, Christopher D. Dusseault, Jeffrey J. Zarrillo, Paul T. Katami, Kristin M. Perry.
When was The Case Against 8 released and how long is it?
The Case Against 8 was released in 2014 with a total runtime of 1h 49m.