Get on the Bus 1996
“On October 16, 1996, the one year anniversary of the Million Man March, Spike Lee invites you to lift your head, raise your voice, and...get on the bus.”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 121 minutes
- Director
- Spike Lee
- Networks
- Columbia Pictures, 40 Acres and a Mule Filmworks
- Where to Stream
- Rakuten TV
What is Get on the Bus?
Get on the Bus is a 1996 American drama film directed by Spike Lee that follows a group of men traveling across the country. The story centers on fifteen Black men who gather in South Central Los Angeles to embark on a bus trip to Washington, DC, to attend the Million Man March.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1996
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 121 minutes
- Release date
- Oct 16, 1996
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Columbia Pictures, 40 Acres and a Mule Filmworks
- Budget
- $2,400,000
- Revenue
- $5,691,854
- Genres
- History, Adventure, Drama
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.4/10 from 82 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~121 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Columbia Pictures, 40 Acres and a Mule Filmworks
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Overview
Get on the Bus is a 1996 American drama film directed by Spike Lee that follows a group of men traveling across the country. The story centers on fifteen Black men who gather in South Central Los Angeles to embark on a bus trip to Washington, DC, to attend the Million Man March. The film premiered on October 16, 1996, which marked the first anniversary of the event. Throughout the journey, the passengers engage in discussions regarding race, religion, politics, sexuality, and manhood. The group consists of an eclectic set of characters, including a Black Republican, a former gangsta, a Hollywood actor, a laid-off aircraft worker, a cop of mixed racial background, and a man traveling with his at-risk son. The bus is operated by a white driver. The production was shot on film using Aaton XTR and Krasnogorsk-3 cameras, with cinematography by Elliot Davis and editing by Leander T. Sales. The cast includes actors such as Ossie Davis, Charles S. Dutton, Andre Braugher, and Richard Belzer.
Should you watch it?
“Fifteen diverse men navigate personal and political tensions during a cross-country bus trip to Washington, DC.”
- A nuanced examination of diverse perspectives on the Million Man March.
- A compelling ensemble cast portraying a wide spectrum of Black male experiences.
- Expert direction by Spike Lee focusing on dialogue-driven social exploration.
- The film relies heavily on intense, dialogue-heavy debates that may feel static to some viewers.
Watch it if you appreciate character-focused dramas that explore complex social and political themes through conversation.
The film maintains a serious and contemplative tone with a steady, dialogue-driven pace suitable for mature audiences.
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Where can I stream this film?
The film is currently not available on major domestic streaming platforms.
Is this film worth watching?
It is considered a significant work for those interested in Spike Lee's filmography and social commentary on the 1990s.
How long is the movie?
The film has a runtime of two hours and one minute.
Is this part of a series?
No, it is a standalone feature film directed by Spike Lee.
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