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The Great Debaters

7.320072h 6mPG-13MovieDrama

The true story of a brilliant but politically radical debate team coach who uses the power of words to transform a group of underdog African-American college students into a historical powerhouse that took on the Harvard elite.

DirectorDenzel Washington
WritersJeffrey Porro·Robert Eisele
ProducersHarvey Weinstein·David Crockett

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Cast · Directed by Denzel Washington

Denzel Whitaker
Denzel Whitaker
James Farmer Jr.
Denzel Washington
Denzel Washington
Melvin B. Tolson
Nate Parker
Nate Parker
Henry Lowe
Jurnee Smollett
Jurnee Smollett
Samantha Booke
Forest Whitaker
Forest Whitaker
Dr. James Farmer Sr.
Kimberly Elise
Kimberly Elise
Pearl Farmer
Jermaine Williams
Jermaine Williams
Hamilton Burgess
Gina Ravera
Gina Ravera
Ruth Tolson
John Heard
John Heard
Sheriff Dozier
Devyn A. Tyler
Devyn A. Tyler
Helen Farmer
Trenton McClain Boyd
Trenton McClain Boyd
Nathaniel Farmer
Ritchie Montgomery
Ritchie Montgomery
Deputy

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The Great Debaters — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Great Debaters?

The Great Debaters is streaming on YouTube TV, Angel Studios and MovieSphere+ in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Great Debaters on Netflix?

No, The Great Debaters is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026. It's currently on YouTube TV and Angel Studios.

Is The Great Debaters on Amazon Prime Video?

The Great Debaters isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch The Great Debaters for free?

The Great Debaters is available on YouTube TV and Angel Studios in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is The Great Debaters based on a true story?

Yes — The Great Debaters is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).