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Passing

Drama • 2021 • 1h 38m

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RATING★ 3.1

RUNTIME1h 38m

LANGUAGEEN

STATUSReleased

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📖 Synopsis

In 1920s New York City, a Black woman finds her world upended when her life becomes intertwined with a former childhood friend who's passing as white.

🎥 Production Details

Tagline: “Nothing is black and white.”
Release Status: Released
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Director

Rebecca Hall

Original Language

EN

🎭 Cast

Tessa Thompson

Tessa ThompsonIrene Redfield

Ruth Negga

Ruth NeggaClare Kendry

André Holland

André HollandBrian Redfield

Alexander Skarsgård

Alexander SkarsgårdJohn Bellew

Bill Camp

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Gbenga Akinnagbe

Gbenga AkinnagbeDave

Antoinette Crowe-Legacy

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Justus Davis Graham

Justus Davis GrahamTed

E

Ethan BarrettJunior

A

Ashley Ware JenkinsZulena

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is Passing about?: In 1920s New York City, a Black woman finds her world upended when her life becomes intertwined with a former childhood friend who's passing as white.
Who directed Passing?: Passing was directed by Rebecca Hall.
When was Passing released?: Passing was released on October 27, 2021.
How long is Passing?: Passing has a runtime of 1h 38m.
Where can I track Passing?: You can track Passing on Matinee — the free movie and TV show tracker app for iOS & Android. Log it, rate it, and share your thoughts with friends. Passing is currently streaming on Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads in the US.

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