Inherit the Wind 1960
“It’s all about the fabulous “Monkey Trial” that rocked America!”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 128 minutes
- Director
- Stanley Kramer
- Networks
- Stanley Kramer Productions, United Artists
What is Inherit the Wind?
Inherit the Wind is a film first released in 1960. Catalogued under Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1960
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 128 minutes
- Release date
- Jul 7, 1960
- Studios
- Stanley Kramer Productions, United Artists
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 7.7/10
- Episode runtime
- ~128 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Stanley Kramer Productions, United Artists
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Overview
Inherit the Wind is a film first released in 1960. Catalogued under Drama. Produced and broadcast by Stanley Kramer Productions, United Artists. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A courtroom clash over evolution shakes a small town.”
- Based on the real “Monkey Trial”
- Sharp dialogue between opposing ideologies
- Runtime exceeds two hours
Watch it if you enjoy historical courtroom dramas that explore science versus faith.
The film deals with mature themes of religion and free thought, suitable for adult audiences.
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What is the central conflict?
A teacher is tried for teaching evolution, pitting science against religious belief.
Who are the main opposing figures?
Renowned defense attorney Henry Drummond and prosecutor Matthew Brady.
When was the film released?
It was released in the United States on October 12, 1960.
What is the film’s runtime?
The runtime is about two hours and eight minutes.
What genre does the film belong to?
It is classified as a drama.
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