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When They See Us

2019-05-31 · Runtime unavailable · ★ 8.2

Drama

Five teens from Harlem become trapped in a nightmare when they're falsely accused of a brutal attack in Central Park.

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Creators
Ava DuVernay
Production companies
Participant, Harpo Films, Tribeca Productions, Forward Movement, ARRAY Filmworks
Countries
United States of America
Status
Ended

Top Cast

Asante BlackkAsante BlackkYoung Kevin Richardson
Jharrel JeromeJharrel JeromeKorey Wise
Ethan HerisseEthan HerisseYoung Yusef Salaam
Marquis RodriguezMarquis RodriguezYoung Raymond Santana Jr.
Caleel HarrisCaleel HarrisYoung Antron McCray
Marsha Stephanie BlakeMarsha Stephanie BlakeLinda McCray
Michael Kenneth WilliamsMichael Kenneth WilliamsBobby McCray
John LeguizamoJohn LeguizamoRaymond Santana Sr.
Aunjanue Ellis-TaylorAunjanue Ellis-TaylorSharonne Salaam
Niecy Nash-BettsNiecy Nash-BettsDeloris Wise
Kylie BunburyKylie BunburyAngie Richardson

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