Sounder
19721h 45m7.5(57 votes)
Drama
Synopsis
The oldest son of a loving and strong family of black sharecroppers comes of age in the Depression-era South after his father is imprisoned for stealing food.
Sounder (1972) is a drama film directed by Martin Ritt. It stars Cicely Tyson, Paul Winfield, and Kevin Hooks. The film runs for 1 hour 45 minutes. Audiences have made it well received, with an average score of 7.5 out of 10 from 57 votes.
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Director
Cast
Cicely Tyson
Rebecca Morgan
Paul Winfield
Nathan Lee Morgan
Kevin Hooks
David Lee Morgan
Taj Mahal
Ike
Janet MacLachlan
Camille Johnson
Carmen Mathews
Mrs. Boatwright
James Best
Sheriff Charlie Young
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sounder
Where can I watch Sounder?
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Who stars in Sounder?
Sounder stars Cicely Tyson, Paul Winfield, Kevin Hooks, and Taj Mahal, and was directed by Martin Ritt.
How long is Sounder?
Sounder has a runtime of 1 hour 45 minutes.
When did Sounder come out?
Sounder was released in 1972.
What genre is Sounder?
Sounder is a drama film.
Is Sounder worth watching?
Sounder holds an average audience score of 7.5 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.
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