Free State of Jones
📖 Synopsis
In 1863, Mississippi farmer Newt Knight serves as a medic for the Confederate Army. Opposed to slavery, Knight would rather help the wounded than fight the Union. After his nephew dies in battle, Newt returns home to Jones County to safeguard his family but is soon branded an outlaw deserter. Forced to flee, he finds refuge with a group of runaway slaves hiding out in the swamps. Forging an alliance with the slaves and other farmers, Knight leads a rebellion that would forever change history.
🎥 Production Details
- Tagline
- “For justice. For pride. For freedom.”
- Release Status
- Released
- Genres
- Action, Drama, History, War
- Director
- Gary Ross
- Original Language
- EN
🎭 Cast
Matthew McConaugheyNewton Knight
Gugu Mbatha-RawRachel
Mahershala AliMoses Washington
Keri RussellSerena Knight
Jacob LoflandDaniel
Sean BridgersSumrall
Brad CarterLieutenant Barbour
Jane McNeillMiss Ellie
Gary GrubbsProsecuting Attorney
Christopher BerryJasper🎬 Similar Movies
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Free State of Jones about?
- In 1863, Mississippi farmer Newt Knight serves as a medic for the Confederate Army. Opposed to slavery, Knight would rather help the wounded than fight the Union. After his nephew dies in battle, Newt returns home to Jones County to safeguard his family but is soon branded an outlaw deserter. Forced to flee, he finds refuge with a group of runaway slaves hiding out in the swamps. Forging an alliance with the slaves and other farmers, Knight leads a rebellion that would forever change history.
- Who directed Free State of Jones?
- Free State of Jones was directed by Gary Ross.
- When was Free State of Jones released?
- Free State of Jones was released on June 24, 2016.
- How long is Free State of Jones?
- Free State of Jones has a runtime of 2h 20m.
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