Amazing Grace Movie Cast, Plot and Everything to Know

Plot

What's the story about?

Plot

Based on the life of British anti-slavery crusader William Wilberforce. The story will center on Wilberforce's efforts as a member of Parliament in 18th-century England to end slavery and the slave trade in the British empire. Wilberforce was elected to the House of Commons when he was 21 years old and focused on the issue of slavery, successfully organizing a diverse coalition that went up against the most powerful men of the time.

Drama Historical

Top Cast

The lead cast starring in Amazing Grace.

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  Romola Garai

  One Life, The Critic

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  Michael Gambon

  The Good Shepherd, Judy

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  Rufus Sewell

  Judy, The Tourist

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  Ioan Gruffudd

  Bad Boys: Ride or Die, San Andreas 3D

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  Albert Finney

  A Good Year, The Bourne Legacy

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  Ciaran Hinds

  Small Things Like These, John Carter

Crew Behind the Film

The Amazing Grace behind-the-scenes crew and production team.

The film's director Michael Apted last directed Unlocked and 56 Up. The film's writer Steven Knight last wrote Maria and Spencer.

Director

Michael Apted

Screenwriter

Steven Knight

Producers

Terrence Malick
Ed Pressman

Production Details

What we know about the Amazing Grace movie production.

Production Updates for Amazing Grace

Dec 2004

Completed

Changed Amazing Grace movie production status. The movie is ready for release.

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