Acclaimed actors draw from five of Douglass’ legendary speeches, to represent a different moment in the tumultuous history of 19th century America as well as a different stage of Douglass’ long and celebrated life, while famed scholars provide context for the speeches, and remind us that Frederick Douglass’ words about racial injustice still resonate deeply today.
André Holland
Narrator (voice)
Nicole Beharie
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David Blight
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Bisa Butler
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Colman Domingo
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Henry Louis Gates, Jr.
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Nzadi Keita
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Ken Morris
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Sarah Lewis
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Jonathan Majors
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Keidrick Roy
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Denzel Whitaker
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Jeffrey Wright
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