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Summer of Soul (...Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised)

2021 · 1h 57m · Released

PG-13 Music, Documentary, History

During the same summer as Woodstock, over 300,000 people attended the Harlem Cultural Festival, celebrating African American music and culture, and promoting Black pride and unity. The footage from the festival sat in a basement, unseen for over 50 years, keeping this incredible event in America's history lost — until now.

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Where to stream Summer of Soul (...Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised)

Streaming now in the United States on Disney Plus and Hulu.

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Trailers and promos

SUMMER OF SOUL | Official Trailer | In Theaters and on Hulu July 2
SUMMER OF SOUL | Official Teaser
'Summer of Soul' Wins Best Documentary Feature | 94th Oscars
Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson takes home the win for his documentary Summer of Soul | EE BAFTAs 2022
PFF SpringFest Q&A | SUMMER OF SOUL
Meet the Artist: Ahmir "Questlove" Thompson on SUMMER OF SOUL (...OR, WHEN THE REVOLUTION COULD NOT

Top cast and crew

Questlove Director
Stevie Wonder Self
Lin-Manuel Miranda Self - Artist
Chris Rock Self - Artist
Tony Lawrence Self - Harlem Cultural Festival Producer & Host (archive footage)
Nina Simone Self (archive footage)
B.B. King Self (archive footage)
Abbey Lincoln Self (archive footage)
Mavis Staples Self - Singer (archive footage) (voice)
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Frequently asked questions about Summer of Soul (...Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised)

Where can I watch Summer of Soul (...Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised) in the United States?

Summer of Soul (...Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised) is available to stream on Disney Plus and Hulu in the United States, and to rent or buy on 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 Summer of Soul (...Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised) on Disney Plus?

Yes. Summer of Soul (...Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised) is streaming on Disney Plus in the United States, alongside Hulu.

Can I watch Summer of Soul (...Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised) for free?

Not free in the United States right now. Summer of Soul (...Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised) needs a subscription to Disney Plus and Hulu, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.

What are the ratings for Summer of Soul (...Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised)?

Summer of Soul (...Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised) scores 7.6 on The Movie Database.

Who stars in Summer of Soul (...Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised)?

Summer of Soul (...Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised) stars Stevie Wonder, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Chris Rock, Tony Lawrence, and Nina Simone. Questlove is the director.

How long is Summer of Soul (...Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised)?

Summer of Soul (...Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised) runs 1h 57m (117 minutes).

When did Summer of Soul (...Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised) come out?

Summer of Soul (...Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised) was released on July 2, 2021.

Which studio made Summer of Soul (...Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised)?

Summer of Soul (...Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised) was produced by Mass Distraction Media, RadicalMedia, and Vulcan Productions in the United States.

How much did Summer of Soul (...Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised) make at the box office?

Summer of Soul (...Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised) grossed $3,696,069 worldwide.

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