Name: Cry, the Beloved Country
Director: Zoltan Korda
Genre: Drama
Released: 1951
Duration: 103 min
Cast: Canada Lee, Charles Carson, Sidney Poitier, Joyce Carey, Geoffrey Keen

What Cry, the Beloved Country Is About

In the back country of South Africa, black minister Stephen Kumalo journeys to the city to search for his missing son, only to find his people living in squalor and his son a criminal. Reverend Misimangu is a young South African clergyman who helps find his missing son-turned-thief and sister-turned-prostitute in the slums of Johannesburg.

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What is Cry, the Beloved Country about?

In the back country of South Africa, black minister Stephen Kumalo journeys to the city to search for his missing son, only to find his people living in squalor and his son a criminal. Reverend Misimangu is a young South African clergyman who helps find his missing son-turned-thief and sister-turned-prostitute in the slums of Johannesburg.

Where can I watch Cry, the Beloved Country?

Cry, the Beloved Country is available to watch on digital platforms such as YouTube TV, TCM, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.

How long is Cry, the Beloved Country?

Cry, the Beloved Country runs for 103 minutes (1h 43m).

When did Cry, the Beloved Country come out?

Cry, the Beloved Country was released in 1951.

Who directed Cry, the Beloved Country?

Cry, the Beloved Country was directed by Zoltan Korda.

Who stars in Cry, the Beloved Country?

Cry, the Beloved Country stars Canada Lee, Charles Carson, Sidney Poitier, Joyce Carey.

What is Cry, the Beloved Country's rating?

Cry, the Beloved Country holds 7.0/10 on IMDb and 6.3/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 68 out of 100.