When a Witness Recants
Director: Dawn Porter
In 1983, author Ta-Nehisi Coates learned that a 14-year-old boy was murdered in his Baltimore middle school. Upon revisiting the case, he uncovers the truth: Three innocent teenagers were wrongfully convicted and spent 36 years in prison — creating a lasting impact on the accused, the witnesses, and their community.
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When a Witness Recants (2026) is a documentary, animation film. The film has not yet gathered many viewer ratings. The film runs 1h 52min. Check current streaming availability in the "Where to watch" section above.
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When a Witness Recants runs 112 minutes (1h 52min).
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When a Witness Recants was released in 2026.
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