
Birthright
Synopsis
A young black Harvard graduate fights against a variety of obstacles, including racist opposition, in order to build a school for black children. Considered a lost film.
Top Cast
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February 1, 1924
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Oscar Micheaux
- Screenplay & Story
- Thomas Sigismund Stribling, Oscar Micheaux
- Original Title
- Birthright
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 13m
- Production Studios
- Micheaux Picture Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Oscar Micheaux
Thomas Sigismund Stribling, Oscar Micheaux
Department Leadership Roster
Oscar Micheaux
Director
Oscar Micheaux
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Birthright
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Birthright about?
A young black Harvard graduate fights against a variety of obstacles, including racist opposition, in order to build a school for black children. Considered a lost film.
Who directed Birthright?
Birthright was directed by Oscar Micheaux.
Who stars in Birthright?
The principal cast of Birthright includes J. Homer Tutt, Evelyn Preer, Salem Tutt Whitney, Lawrence Chenault, William Crowell.
When was Birthright released and how long is it?
Birthright was released in 1924 with a total runtime of 1h 13m.
Is Birthright based on a book or true story?
Birthright is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Thomas Sigismund Stribling".















