Matewan
Filmed in the coal country of West Virginia, "Matewan" celebrates labor organizing in the context of a 1920s work stoppage. Union organizer, Joe Kenehan, a scab named "Few Clothes" Johnson and a sympathetic mayor and police chief heroically fight the power represented by a coal company and Matewan's vested interests so that justice and workers' rights need not take a back seat to squalid working conditions, exploitation and the bottom line.
Ratings
Based on audience scoresWhere to stream Matewan
Not streaming in the United States right now.
Trailer
Matewan (1987) ORIGINAL TRAILER [HD 1080p]
Limelight
Discover, track, and enjoy the best movies and shows
Save what you want to watch, see where it streams, and get notified the moment it lands on a service you pay for. Ratings from IMDb, Rotten Tomatoes and Metacritic for every title, and recommendations that learn what you like. No ads.
iPhone
iPad
Mac
More like Matewan
Frequently asked questions about Matewan
Where can I watch Matewan in the United States?
Matewan is not streaming in the United States right now, though it is available in the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and Ireland. Track it in Limelight to get a notification when it arrives on a service you pay for.
What are the ratings for Matewan?
Matewan scores 7.4 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Matewan?
Matewan stars Chris Cooper, James Earl Jones, Mary McDonnell, Will Oldham, and David Strathairn. John Sayles is the director.
How long is Matewan?
Matewan runs 2h 12m (132 minutes).
When did Matewan come out?
Matewan was released on August 28, 1987.
Which studio made Matewan?
Matewan was produced by Cinecom Entertainment Group, Film Gallery, and Goldcrest Films International in the United States.
What was the budget for Matewan?
Matewan was made on a budget of $4,000,000.
How much did Matewan make at the box office?
Matewan grossed $1,680,358 worldwide, against a budget of $4,000,000.
What languages is Matewan in?
Matewan is in English and Italian, and its original language is English.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.