The Birth of a Nation
Two families, abolitionist Northerners the Stonemans and Southern landowners the Camerons, intertwine. When Confederate colonel Ben Cameron is captured in battle, nurse Elsie Stoneman petitions for his pardon. In Reconstruction-era South Carolina, Cameron founds the Ku Klux Klan, battling Elsie's congressman father and his African-American protégé, Silas Lynch.
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Birth of a Nation by D.W. Griffith - Trailer (1915)
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Frequently asked questions about The Birth of a Nation
Where can I watch The Birth of a Nation in the United States?
The Birth of a Nation is available to stream on FlixFling, Artiflix, JustWatch TV, Kanopy, Hoopla, and FlixHouse in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video and FlixFling. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch The Birth of a Nation for free?
The Birth of a Nation streams free with ads in the United States on JustWatch TV, Kanopy, Hoopla, and FlixHouse. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for The Birth of a Nation?
The Birth of a Nation scores 5.9 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Birth of a Nation?
The Birth of a Nation stars Lillian Gish, Mae Marsh, Henry B. Walthall, Miriam Cooper, and Mary Alden. D.W. Griffith is the director.
How long is The Birth of a Nation?
The Birth of a Nation runs 3h 15m (195 minutes).
When did The Birth of a Nation come out?
The Birth of a Nation was released on March 8, 1915.
Which studio made The Birth of a Nation?
The Birth of a Nation was produced by Epoch Film Co., D.W. Griffith Productions, and Epoch Productions in the United States.
What was the budget for The Birth of a Nation?
The Birth of a Nation was made on a budget of $100,000.
How much did The Birth of a Nation make at the box office?
The Birth of a Nation grossed $100,000,000 worldwide, against a budget of $100,000.
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