Malcolm X

Released Date
November 18, 1992
Distributor
Warner Bros.
Genre
Drama
Rating
PG-13
Worldwide Gross
Domestic Gross + International Gross = Worldwide Gross
$48,169,910 + $0 = $48,169,910
1918-2013
Nelson Mandela

as Soweto Teacher

69
Denzel Washington

as Malcolm X

65
Angela Bassett

as Betty Shabazz

67
Spike Lee

as Shorty

69
Al Sharpton

as Street Preacher

71
Delroy Lindo

as West Indian Archie

59
Theresa Randle

as Laura

63
Kate Vernon

as Sophia

69
Lonette McKee

as Louise Little

86
Albert Hall

as Baines

About Malcolm X

Biographical epic of the controversial and influential Black Nationalist leader, from his early life and career as a small-time gangster, to his ministry as a member of the Nation of Islam.

About

The film is a biographical epic of Malcolm X's life from his adolescence to his imprisonment, his leadership in Islam, and his later assassination. The film highlights Malcolm X's legacy of self-determination and racial pride.

Trivia

Denzel Washington was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role. Spike Lee wrote, produced, directed, and acted in the film.