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Where to watch Malcolm X (1992) tonight

Malcolm X (1992) runs 3 h 22 min, is rated PG-13 in the US and averages 7.6 from 2,025 TMDB members. A tribute to the controversial black activist and leader of the struggle for black liberation. He hit bottom during his imprisonment in the '50s, he became a Black Muslim and then a leader in the Nation of Islam. His assassination in 1965 left a legacy of self-determination and racial pride.

Runtime
3 h 22 min — ends 11:22 pm if you start at 8:00 pm
Rated
PG-13 (US)
Genres
Drama, History
Released
November 18, 1992
TMDB rating
7.6 / 10 from 2,025 votes
Director
Spike Lee
Starring
Denzel Washington, Angela Bassett, Albert Hall, Al Freeman Jr.
Language
English
Good for a group? Better for one or two who will actually watch.Drama and History reward attention; a room that talks over it will miss the point. At 3 h 22 min, plan the evening: start by 7:38 pm to finish before 11 pm.

Where to watch it tonight

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Streaming availability by JustWatch. In the US, as of 2026-11-05: YouTube TV (subscription), Starz Apple TV channel (subscription), YouTube Free (free with ads).

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How long is Malcolm X?
Malcolm X is 3 h 22 min long (202 minutes). If you start it at 8:00 pm it ends at 11:22 pm; add about 20 minutes if you watch trailers first.
What is Malcolm X rated?
Malcolm X is rated PG-13 in the US.
Is Malcolm X a good movie to watch with a group?
Better for one or two who will actually watch. Drama and History reward attention; a room that talks over it will miss the point. At 3 h 22 min, plan the evening: start by 7:38 pm to finish before 11 pm.
Where can I stream Malcolm X?
In the US, as of 2026-11-05: YouTube TV (subscription), Starz Apple TV channel (subscription), YouTube Free (free with ads). Availability changes often; this page loads the live list for your country (streaming availability by JustWatch).

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