A Raisin in the Sun

Name: A Raisin in the Sun
Released: 1961-05-28
Rating: 7.707

7.7/10 (152)

·1961· 128 min

Director: Daniel Petrie

"The prize-winning drama that warms the screen with its people and its passions..."

Walter Lee Younger is a young man struggling with his station in life. Sharing a tiny apartment with his wife, son, sister and mother, he seems like an imprisoned man. Until, that is, the family gets an unexpected financial windfall.

Where to Watch

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Trailer

Cast

Sidney Poitier

Walter Lee Younger

Claudia McNeil

Lena Younger

Ruby Dee

Ruth Younger

Diana Sands

Beneatha Younger

Ivan Dixon

Asagai

John Fiedler

Mark Lindner

Louis Gossett Jr.

George Murchison

Steven Perry

Travis Younger

Joel Fluellen

Bobo

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Louis Terrel

Herman

Roy Glenn

Willie Harris

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George DeNormand

Employer (uncredited)

In brief

A Raisin in the Sun (1961) is a drama, romance film. With an average rating of 7.7/10 from 152 votes, it's one of the higher-rated titles. The film runs 2h 8min. You can stream it on: Howdy Amazon Channel.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch A Raisin in the Sun online?

A Raisin in the Sun is available on the following streaming services: Howdy Amazon Channel. Availability can change — check the "Where to watch" section on this page for current sources.

How long is A Raisin in the Sun?

A Raisin in the Sun runs 128 minutes (2h 8min).

What rating does A Raisin in the Sun have?

A Raisin in the Sun has an average rating of 7.7/10 based on 152 viewer votes on TMDB.

What year is A Raisin in the Sun from?

A Raisin in the Sun was released in 1961.