Rodney King 2017
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 52 minutes
- Director
- Spike Lee
- Networks
- Buffalo 8, 40 Acres and a Mule Filmworks
- Where to Stream
- Netflix, History Vault, Netflix Standard with Ads
What is Rodney King?
Topic: Film "Rodney King" (2017). Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2017
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 52 minutes
- Release date
- Apr 28, 2017
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Buffalo 8, 40 Acres and a Mule Filmworks
- Genres
- Drama, Crime
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 5.1/10 from 16 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~52 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Buffalo 8, 40 Acres and a Mule Filmworks
Where to watch in United States
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Topic: Film "Rodney King" (2017).
Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
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Source [1]: Title: Rodney King (2017). Release date: 04/28/2017 (US). Genres: Drama and Crime. Runtime: 52m. Synopsis: Roger Guenveur Smith gives voice to the man at the center of the brutal police beating that helped fuel the 1992 LA uprising.
Source [2]: One-man show by Roger Guenveur Smith. Smith performs as a multiplicity of voices alternately supporting and opposing Rodney King's plight. Premiered in 2014 at The Public Theater as part of the Under the Radar Festival. Film version directed by Spike Lee.
Source [3]: Rodney King (TV Special 2017).
Source [4]: Same synopsis as [1].
Source [5]: Flavorwire review (May 6, 2017): Smith counts off the baton hits.
Source [6]: Casting
Should you watch it?
“A gripping exploration of drama and crime that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is Rodney King worth watching?
Rodney King holds a community rating of 5.1/10 based on 16 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama, Crime for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie Rodney King and when was it released?
Rodney King is a feature film with a runtime of 52 minutes. It was released in 2017. Release status: Released.
Who directed Rodney King?
Rodney King was directed by Spike Lee.
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