Chi-Raq
“No peace. No piece.”
Synopsis
A modern day adaptation of the ancient Greek play Lysistrata by Aristophanes, set against the backdrop of gang violence in Chicago.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Chi-Raq - Official Trailer | Amazon StudiosOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2015-12-11
Top Cast
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Teyonah Parris
Lysistrata
Nick Cannon
Demetrius 'Chi-Raq' Dupree
Wesley Snipes
Sean 'Cyclops' Andrews
Angela Bassett
Miss Helen Worthy
Samuel L. Jackson
Dolmedes
John Cusack
Fr. Mike Corridan
Jennifer Hudson
Irene
David Patrick Kelly
General King Kong
D. B. Sweeney
Mayor McCloud
Dave Chappelle
Morris
Steve Harris
Ole Duke
Harry Lennix
Commissioner Blades
Anya Engel-Adams
Rasheeda
Ebony Joy
Marcy
Erin Allen Kane
Tee-Tee
Michelle Mitchenor
Indigo
La La Anthony
Hecuba
Val Warner
Electra Johnson
Release History & Theatrical Window
Streaming Window: 25 DaysBerlin International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
December 4, 2015
Wide Cinema Exhibition
December 29, 2015
VOD & Digital Platforms
January 26, 2016
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Spike Lee
- Screenplay & Story
- Spike Lee, Kevin Willmott, Aristophanes
- Original Score
- Terence Blanchard
- Original Title
- Chi-Raq
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 7m
- Production Studios
- 40 Acres and a Mule Filmworks, Roadside Attractions, Amazon Studios
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Spike Lee
Spike Lee, Kevin Willmott, Aristophanes
Terence Blanchard
Matthew Libatique
Hye Mee Na, Ryan Denmark
Jon Kilik, Kevin Willmott, Spike Lee
Department Leadership Roster
Spike Lee
Writer
Spike Lee
Director
Matthew Libatique
Director of Photography
Kevin Willmott
Writer
Hye Mee Na
Editor
Ryan Denmark
Editor
Randall Balsmeyer
Visual Effects Supervisor
Spike Lee
Producer
Ruth E. Carter
Costume Design
Alex DiGerlando
Production Design
Terence Blanchard
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Chi-Raq
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Chi-Raq about?
A modern day adaptation of the ancient Greek play Lysistrata by Aristophanes, set against the backdrop of gang violence in Chicago.
Who directed Chi-Raq?
Chi-Raq was directed by Spike Lee.
Who stars in Chi-Raq?
The principal cast of Chi-Raq includes Teyonah Parris, Nick Cannon, Wesley Snipes, Angela Bassett, Samuel L. Jackson.
When was Chi-Raq released and how long is it?
Chi-Raq was released in 2015 with a total runtime of 2h 7m.
Who composed the musical score for Chi-Raq?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Chi-Raq was composed by Terence Blanchard.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Chi-Raq?
Chi-Raq holds official age classifications: CA: 18A; GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).