4.5Death of a Prophet · 1981
Death of a Prophet (1981) is a Drama film directed by Woodie King Jr., starring Morgan Freeman, Yolanda King, Mansoor Najee-Ullah.
Drama
4.5Overview
After breaking ties with the Nation of Islam, Malcolm X became a man marked for death...and it was just a matter of time before his enemies closed in. Despite death threats and intimidation, Malcolm marched on - continuing to spread the word of equality and brotherhood right up until the moment of his brutal and untimely assassination. Highlighted by newsreel footage and interviews, this is the story of the last twenty-four hours of Malcolm X. Featuring the music of jazz percussionist Max Roach.
Cast
Morgan Freeman, Yolanda King, Mansoor Najee-Ullah, Tommy Redmond Hicks, Ossie Davis, Amiri Baraka, George Harris, Sam Singleton
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What is "Death of a Prophet" about?
After breaking ties with the Nation of Islam, Malcolm X became a man marked for death...and it was just a matter of time before his enemies closed in. Despite death threats and intimidation, Malcolm marched on - continuing to spread the word of equality and brotherhood right up until the moment of his brutal and untimely assassination. Highlighted by newsreel footage and interviews, this is the story of the last twenty-four hours of Malcolm X. Featuring the music of jazz percussionist Max Roach.
When was "Death of a Prophet" released?
Death of a Prophet was released in 1981.
Who stars in "Death of a Prophet"?
The cast includes Morgan Freeman, Yolanda King, Mansoor Najee-Ullah, Tommy Redmond Hicks.
