The Rosa Parks Story 2002
“America, 1955. Her act of courage changed the world. But how it changed her life has never been told... until now.”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 97 minutes
- Director
- Julie Dash
- Network
- CBS
- Where to Stream
- Amazon Prime Video, Peacock Premium, Amazon Prime Video with Ads
What is The Rosa Parks Story?
The Rosa Parks Story is a 2002 American television movie belonging to the drama and history genres. The film was released in the United States on February 24, 2002, and has a runtime of one hour and thirty-seven minutes.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2002
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 97 minutes
- Release date
- Feb 24, 2002
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- CBS
- Genres
- Drama, History, TV Movie
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 7.1/10 from 41 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~97 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- CBS
Where to watch in United States
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Overview
The Rosa Parks Story is a 2002 American television movie belonging to the drama and history genres. The film was released in the United States on February 24, 2002, and has a runtime of one hour and thirty-seven minutes. It was written by Paris Qualles and directed by Julie Dash. Angela Bassett stars in the film as Rosa Parks, portraying a seamstress who recalls the events leading up to her act of peaceful defiance. This act of courage prompted the 1955 bus boycott in Montgomery, Alabama. The supporting cast includes Cicely Tyson, who plays the role of Rosa Parks's mother, alongside Peter Francis James and Tonea Stewart.
Should you watch it?
“A seamstress sparks a historic movement through a single act of peaceful defiance in Montgomery, Alabama.”
- Features a central performance by Angela Bassett as Rosa Parks.
- Includes a supporting performance by Cicely Tyson.
- Provides a focused look at the events leading to the 1955 Montgomery bus boycott.
- The film is not currently available on major domestic streaming platforms.
Watch it if you are interested in the personal history behind the mother of the Civil Rights Movement.
This historical drama maintains a serious tone as it examines the social and cultural climate of 1955 Alabama.
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Where can I stream The Rosa Parks Story?
The film is currently not available on major domestic streaming platforms.
Is this film worth watching?
The film features performances by Angela Bassett and Cicely Tyson and provides a historical look at the events surrounding the Montgomery bus boycott.
How long is the movie?
The Rosa Parks Story has a total runtime of one hour and thirty-seven minutes.
Is this a television series?
No, it is a television movie that originally premiered on the CBS network on February 24, 2002.
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