Selma movie poster

Selma

2014 · 2h 8m · Released

PG-13 History, Drama

"Selma," as in Alabama, the place where segregation in the South was at its worst, leading to a march that ended in violence, forcing a famous statement by President Lyndon B. Johnson that ultimately led to the signing of the Voting Rights Act.

Ratings

Based on audience scores
7.4 The Movie Database
N/A IMDb
N/A Rotten Tomatoes
N/A Metacritic

Where to stream Selma

Streaming now in the United States on Netflix, Starz Apple TV channel, Kanopy, and Hoopla.

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Rent or buy in the United States on JustWatch TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.

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Trailers and promos

Official Trailer
Martin Luther King Jr.'s Speech in Montgomery - Movie Final Scene

Top cast and crew

Ava DuVernay Director
David Oyelowo Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Carmen Ejogo Coretta Scott King
Tom Wilkinson President Lyndon B. Johnson
Giovanni Ribisi Lee White
Tim Roth Gov. George Wallace
André Holland Andrew Young
Colman Domingo Ralph Abernathy
Common James Bevel
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Frequently asked questions about Selma

Where can I watch Selma in the United States?

Selma is available to stream on Netflix, Starz Apple TV channel, Kanopy, and Hoopla in the United States, and to rent or buy on JustWatch TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.

Is Selma on Netflix?

Yes. Selma is streaming on Netflix in the United States, alongside Starz Apple TV channel, Kanopy, and Hoopla.

Can I watch Selma for free?

Selma streams free with ads in the United States on Kanopy and Hoopla. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.

What are the ratings for Selma?

Selma scores 7.4 on The Movie Database.

Who stars in Selma?

Selma stars David Oyelowo, Carmen Ejogo, Tom Wilkinson, Giovanni Ribisi, and Tim Roth. Ava DuVernay is the director.

How long is Selma?

Selma runs 2h 8m (128 minutes).

When did Selma come out?

Selma was released on December 25, 2014.

Which studio made Selma?

Selma was produced by Plan B Entertainment, Cloud Eight Films, and Ingenious Media in the United Kingdom and the United States.

What was the budget for Selma?

Selma was made on a budget of $20,000,000.

How much did Selma make at the box office?

Selma grossed $66,787,908 worldwide, against a budget of $20,000,000.

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.

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