Film · Underdogs Learning to Win
Where to watch The Great Debaters
When the nation was in need, he inspired them to give us hope.
The true story of a brilliant but politically radical debate team coach who uses the power of words to transform a group of underdog African-American college students into a historical powerhouse that took on the Harvard elite.
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On: Angel Studios · MovieSphere+
Cast
- Denzel WhitakerJames Farmer Jr.
- Denzel WashingtonMelvin B. Tolson
- Nate ParkerHenry Lowe
- Jurnee SmollettSamantha Booke
- Forest WhitakerDr. James Farmer Sr.
- Kimberly ElisePearl Farmer
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