Panther
“The People Called Them Heroes. The F.B.I. Called Them Public Enemy Number One.”
Synopsis
In this sprawling, fictionalized history of the Black Panthers, 1960s Oakland becomes a war zone as the Panthers battle for the right to exist.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
Panther (1995) Original Trailer [HD]
Type: Trailer • Published 2023-07-08
Top Cast
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Kadeem Hardison
Judge
Bokeem Woodbine
Tyrone
Joe Don Baker
Brimmer
Courtney B. Vance
Bobby Seale
Tyrin Turner
Cy
Marcus Chong
Huey P. Newton
Anthony Griffith
Eldridge Cleaver
Bobby Brown
Rose
Nefertiti
Alma
James Russo
Rodgers
Jenifer Lewis
Rita
Chris Rock
Yuck Mouth
Roger Guenveur Smith
Pruitt
Michael Wincott
Tynan
Richard Dysart
J. Edgar Hoover
M. Emmet Walsh
Dorsett
Wesley Jonathan
Little Bobby Hutton
Angela Bassett
Dr. Betty Shabazz
Release History & Theatrical Window
May 3, 1995
Wide Cinema Exhibition
March 24, 1997
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$6.8M
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Mario Van Peebles
- Screenplay & Story
- Melvin Van Peebles
- Original Score
- Stanley Clarke
- Original Title
- Panther
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 4m
- Worldwide Gross
- $6.8M
- Production Studios
- PolyGram Filmed Entertainment, Working Title, Tribeca Productions, MVP Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Mario Van Peebles
Melvin Van Peebles
Stanley Clarke
Edward J. Pei
Kevin Lindstrom, Earl Watson
Robert De Niro, Eric Fellner, Melvin Van Peebles, Tim Bevan, Mario Van Peebles
Department Leadership Roster
Mario Van Peebles
Director
Melvin Van Peebles
Screenplay
Bob Minor
Stunt Coordinator
Kevin Lindstrom
Editor
Robert De Niro
Producer
Melvin Van Peebles
Producer
Stanley Clarke
Original Music Composer
Paul A. Simmons Jr.
Costume Design
Mario Van Peebles
Producer
Edward J. Pei
Director of Photography
Richard Hoover
Production Design
Earl Watson
Editor
Preston L. Holmes
Producer
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
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Panther.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Panther
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Panther about?
In this sprawling, fictionalized history of the Black Panthers, 1960s Oakland becomes a war zone as the Panthers battle for the right to exist.
Who directed Panther?
Panther was directed by Mario Van Peebles.
Who stars in Panther?
The principal cast of Panther includes Kadeem Hardison, Bokeem Woodbine, Joe Don Baker, Courtney B. Vance, Tyrin Turner.
When was Panther released and how long is it?
Panther was released in 1995 with a total runtime of 2h 4m.
How much did Panther make at the box office?
Panther grossed $6.8M in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for Panther?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Panther was composed by Stanley Clarke.
Is Panther based on a book or true story?
Panther is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Melvin Van Peebles".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Panther?
Panther holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).