Overview

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.

Cast

Denzel Whitaker, Denzel Washington, Nate Parker, Jurnee Smollett, Forest Whitaker, Kimberly Elise, Jermaine Williams, Gina Ravera

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What is "The Great Debaters" about?

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.

When was "The Great Debaters" released?

The Great Debaters was released in 2007.

Who stars in "The Great Debaters"?

The cast includes Denzel Whitaker, Denzel Washington, Nate Parker, Jurnee Smollett.