Emancipation
Synopsis
Inspired by the gripping true story of a man who would do anything for his family—and for freedom. When Peter, an enslaved man, risks his life to escape and return to his family, he embarks on a perilous journey of love and endurance.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Official Trailer 2Official
Type: Trailer • Published 2022-12-09
Top Cast
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Will Smith
Peter
Ben Foster
Jim Fassel
Charmaine Bingwa
Dodienne
Gilbert Owuor
Gordon
Ronnie Gene Blevins
Harrington
Aaron Moten
Knowls
Jabbar Lewis
Tomas
Michael Luwoye
John
Steven Ogg
Howard
Grant Harvey
Leeds
Mustafa Shakir
Lt. Andrew Cailloux
Paul Ben-Victor
Major G. Halstead
David Denman
General William Dwight
Jesse C. Boyd
Mike Hurley
Imani Pullum
Betsy
Jeremiah Friedlander
Scipion
Jordyn McIntosh
Laurette
Landon Chase Dubois
Little Peter
Release History & Theatrical Window
Streaming Window: 6 DaysLos Angeles, California
Festival / Special Debut
December 2, 2022
Wide Cinema Exhibition
December 8, 2022
VOD & Digital Platforms
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Antoine Fuqua
- Screenplay & Story
- Bill Collage
- Original Score
- Marcelo Zarvos
- Original Title
- Emancipation
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 12m
- Production Studios
- Westbrook, McFarland Entertainment, Escape Artists, Apple Studios
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Antoine Fuqua
Bill Collage
Marcelo Zarvos
Robert Richardson
Conrad Buff IV
Glen Basner, Chris Brigham, Scott Greenberg, James Lassiter, Heather Washington
Department Leadership Roster
Robert Richardson
Director of Photography
Marcelo Zarvos
Original Music Composer
Naomi Shohan
Production Design
Francine Jamison-Tanchuck
Costume Design
Bill Collage
Writer
Conrad Buff IV
Editor
Jeff Dashnaw
Stunt Coordinator
Antoine Fuqua
Director
Will Smith
Producer
Jon Mone
Producer
Joey McFarland
Producer
Todd Black
Producer
R. Christopher White
Visual Effects Supervisor
Robert Legato
Visual Effects Supervisor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Interdit aux moins de 16 ans — 16+ only.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Restricted to Adults (18+).
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Emancipation
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What is Emancipation about?
Inspired by the gripping true story of a man who would do anything for his family—and for freedom. When Peter, an enslaved man, risks his life to escape and return to his family, he embarks on a perilous journey of love and endurance.
Who directed Emancipation?
Emancipation was directed by Antoine Fuqua.
Who stars in Emancipation?
The principal cast of Emancipation includes Will Smith, Ben Foster, Charmaine Bingwa, Gilbert Owuor, Ronnie Gene Blevins.
When was Emancipation released and how long is it?
Emancipation was released in 2022 with a total runtime of 2h 12m.
Who composed the musical score for Emancipation?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Emancipation was composed by Marcelo Zarvos.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Emancipation?
Emancipation holds official age classifications: AU: MA 15+; CA: 18A; DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); FR: 16 (Interdit aux moins de 16 ans — 16+ only.); GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); IN: A (Restricted to Adults (18+).); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).