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Danny Glover
Nelson Mandela
Alfre Woodard
Winnie Mandela
Warren Clarke
Swanepoel
Allan Corduner
Benny
Julian Glover
Senior Police Officer
John Matshikiza
Walter Sisulu
John Indi
Oliver Tambo
Peter Cartwright
Court Judge
John Matthews
Lawyer Joffe
Saul Reichlin
Lawyer Bram Fischer
Juanita Waterman
Adelaide Tambo
Nathan Dambuza Mdledle
Chief Albert Luthuli
Mike Phillips
Dennis Goldberg
Kelvin Weare
Sergeant Van Heerden
Xoliswa Sithole
Zindzi
Gertrude Rook
Zeni
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Philip Saville
- Screenplay & Story
- Ronald Harwood
- Original Score
- Richard Hartley
- Original Title
- Mandela
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 15m
- Production Studios
- HBO, Titus Productions, Fox Network
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Philip Saville
Ronald Harwood
Richard Hartley
Ralph Sheldon
Dickie Bamber
Department Leadership Roster
Philip Saville
Director
Ronald Harwood
Writer
Dickie Bamber
Producer
Ralph Sheldon
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mandela
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Mandela about?
Nelson Mandela becomes South Africa's first Black President, and was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for his leadership in negotiating a bloodless revolution in that country.
Who directed Mandela?
Mandela was directed by Philip Saville.
Who stars in Mandela?
The principal cast of Mandela includes Danny Glover, Alfre Woodard, Warren Clarke, Allan Corduner, Julian Glover.
When was Mandela released and how long is it?
Mandela was released in 1987 with a total runtime of 2h 15m.
Who composed the musical score for Mandela?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Mandela was composed by Richard Hartley.