The Bang Bang Club movie poster

The Bang Bang Club

2011 · 1h 46m · Released

R Drama, History

In the early to mid '90s, when the South African system of apartheid was in its death throes, four photographers - Greg Marinovich, Kevin Carter, Ken Oosterbroek and João Silva - bonded by their friendship and a sense of purpose, worked together to chronicle the violence and upheaval leading up to the 1994 election of Nelson Mandela as president. Their work is risky and dangerous, potentially fatally so, as they thrust themselves into the middle of chaotic clashes between forces backed by the government (including Inkatha Zulu warriors) and those in support of Mandela's African National Congress.

Read the book by Greg Marinovich

Ratings

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

Where to stream The Bang Bang Club

Streaming now in the United States on Philo, Hoopla, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, and Tubi TV.

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Trailer

The Bang Bang Club Official Movie Trailer (HD) 2011

Top cast and crew

SS Steven Silver Director
Malin Akerman Robin Comley
Ryan Phillippe Greg Marinovich
Taylor Kitsch Kevin Carter
Frank Rautenbach Ken Oosterbroek
Neels Van Jaarsveld Joao Silva
Russel Savadier Ronald Graham
AF Ashley Friedlander Roxy
Patrick Lyster James Nachtwey
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Frequently asked questions about The Bang Bang Club

Where can I watch The Bang Bang Club in the United States?

The Bang Bang Club is available to stream on Philo, Hoopla, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, and Tubi TV in the United States, and to rent or buy on Google Play Movies and YouTube. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.

Is The Bang Bang Club on Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads?

Yes. The Bang Bang Club is streaming on Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads in the United States, alongside Philo, Hoopla, and Tubi TV.

Can I watch The Bang Bang Club for free?

The Bang Bang Club streams free with ads in the United States on Hoopla, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, and Tubi TV. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.

What are the ratings for The Bang Bang Club?

The Bang Bang Club scores 6.6 on The Movie Database.

Who stars in The Bang Bang Club?

The Bang Bang Club stars Malin Akerman, Ryan Phillippe, Taylor Kitsch, Frank Rautenbach, and Neels Van Jaarsveld. Steven Silver is the director.

How long is The Bang Bang Club?

The Bang Bang Club runs 1h 46m (106 minutes).

When did The Bang Bang Club come out?

The Bang Bang Club was released on April 22, 2011.

Which studio made The Bang Bang Club?

The Bang Bang Club was produced by Film Foundry Partners in Canada and South Africa.

What languages is The Bang Bang Club in?

The Bang Bang Club is in Xhosa, English, Afrikaans, and Zulu, 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.

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