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title: "I Am MLK Jr."
year: 2018
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/i-am-mlk-jr-2018"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 516088
imdb_id: "tt8068678"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 91
community_rating: 8.8
vote_count: 4
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# I Am MLK Jr. (2018) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/i-am-mlk-jr-2018

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Subject: Film "I Am MLK Jr." (2018).
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Title: I Am MLK Jr.
Year: 2018.
Release Date: 04/04/2018 (US).
Genre: Documentary (Feature documentary).
Runtime: 1h 31m.
Content/Subject: Explores Dr. King, his experience, his legacy, and the Movement at large.
Key events covered: The Montgomery Bus Boycott, The Birmingham Campaign, March on Washington, the Selma Movement, and Assassination and Legacy.
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        I Am MLK Jr. is a 2018 feature documentary. Released in the United States on April 4, 2018, the film has a runtime of 1 hour and 31 minutes. The documentary provides a deep exploration of Dr. King, focusing on his personal experience, his legacy, and the Movement at large. To examine these themes, the film covers several key historical events. These events include the Montgomery Bus Boycott and the

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | The CW, Hoopla, Fawesome | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Tubi TV, Pluto TV | Apple TV Store, YouTube |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: John Barbisan, Michael Hamilton
- **Networks / Studios**: Paramount Pictures

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Martin Luther King Jr.** as *Self*
- **Al Sharpton** as *Self*
- **Carmelo Anthony** as *Self*
- **Nick Cannon** as *Self*
- **Clayborne Carson** as *Self*
- **Jesse Jackson** as *Self*
- **Van Jones** as *Self*
- **Janice Kelsey** as *Self*
- **Diane Nash** as *Self*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch I Am MLK Jr. online?
I Am MLK Jr. is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is I Am MLK Jr. worth watching?
I Am MLK Jr. holds a community rating of 8.8/10 based on 4 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Documentary for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie I Am MLK Jr. and when was it released?
I Am MLK Jr. is a feature film with a runtime of 91 minutes. It was released in 2018. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed I Am MLK Jr.?
I Am MLK Jr. was directed by John Barbisan, Michael Hamilton.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [I Am MLK Jr. — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/516088)
- [I Am MLK Jr. (2018) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8068678/fullcredits/)
- [I Am MLK Jr. (2018)](https://www.themoviedb.org/)
- [I Am MLK Jr. - Movie cast and actor biographies - showtimes.com](https://www.showtimes.com/movies/i-am-mlk-jr-134045/cast/)

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