Freedom Writers(2007)
“Their story. Their world. Their future.”
Overview
A young teacher inspires her class of at-risk students to learn tolerance, apply themselves, and pursue education beyond high school.
Director
Richard LaGravenese
Studio
Double Feature Films
Budget
$21M
Revenue
$43M
Cast
Hilary Swank
as Erin Gruwell
Patrick Dempsey
as Scott Casey
Scott Glenn
as Steve Gruwell
Imelda Staunton
as Margaret Campbell
April Hernandez Castillo
as Eva Benitez
Mario
as Andre Bryant
Kristin Herrera
as Gloria Munez
Jaclyn Ngan
as Sindy
Sergio Montalvo
as Alejandro Santiago
Jason Finn
as Marcus
Deance Wyatt
as Jamal Hill
Vanetta Smith
as Brandy Ross
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Movie Facts
Release Year
2007
Runtime
2h 3m
Language
English
Rating
7.9 / 10
Budget
$21M
Box Office
$43M
Production Companies
Double Feature Films • Jersey Films • Kernos
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Freedom Writers?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Freedom Writers (2007).
What is Freedom Writers about?▼
A young teacher inspires her class of at-risk students to learn tolerance, apply themselves, and pursue education beyond high school.
Who directed Freedom Writers?▼
Freedom Writers was directed by Richard LaGravenese and released in 2007. It is a crime, drama film.
How long is Freedom Writers?▼
Freedom Writers has a runtime of 2 hours and 3 minutes (123 minutes total).
Who stars in Freedom Writers?▼
The cast of Freedom Writers includes Hilary Swank as Erin Gruwell, Patrick Dempsey as Scott Casey, Scott Glenn as Steve Gruwell, Imelda Staunton as Margaret Campbell, April Hernandez Castillo as Eva Benitez and more.
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